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Watermelon Feta Salad Quick Healthy Recipe
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Watermelon Feta Salad Quick Healthy Recipe

A refreshing Mediterranean salad combining sweet watermelon, crisp vegetables, and tangy feta. The zesty lime dressing ties it all together in 10 minutes. Packed with hydration and protein, it’s perfect for warm days or as a light meal.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Lunch
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Calories: 80
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • Extra-virgin olive oil, 2 tablespoons
  • Lime juice, 3 tablespoons
  • Garlic clove, ½, minced
  • Sea salt, ¼ teaspoon
  • Watermelon, 5 cups cubed
  • English cucumber, 1 cup diced
  • Red onion, ¼ cup thinly sliced
  • Feta cheese, ⅓ cup crumbled
  • Avocado, 1, cubed
  • Fresh mint, ⅓ cup torn
  • Serrano pepper or bell pepper, ½, thinly sliced

Method
 

  1. Whisk olive oil, lime juice, minced garlic, and sea salt in a small bowl until well-blended
  2. Adjust seasoning with an additional squeeze of lime or pinch of salt if desired
  3. Arrange watermelon chunks on a serving platter or bowl
  4. Top with diced cucumber and thinly sliced red onion
  5. Add crumbled feta cheese over the watermelon mixture
  6. Gently fold in torn mint leaves and sliced serrano/bell pepper
  7. Set cubed avocado on top and drizzle with dressing just before serving
  8. Serve chilled, garnished with edible flowers or additional herbs if desired

Notes

Soak red onion in cold water for 10 minutes to reduce sharpness before rinsing and drying
torn mint for a milder taste
Use vegan feta for a plant-based version
Optional additions: cherry tomatoes, olives, or toasted pistachios
Storage: Conserve dressing separately and refrigerate vegetables/fruit for up to 24 hours