Fresh Watermelon Feta Salad (Printable)

Bright summer mix of watermelon, feta, mint, and a balsamic drizzle for a refreshing touch.

# What You'll Need:

→ Produce

01 - 4 cups seedless watermelon, cut into 1-inch cubes
02 - 1/4 small red onion, thinly sliced
03 - 1/4 cup fresh mint leaves, torn

→ Cheese

04 - 3/4 cup feta cheese, crumbled

→ Nuts (optional)

05 - 1/4 cup roasted pistachios or walnuts, roughly chopped

→ Dressing

06 - 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
07 - Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
08 - 1/2 teaspoon flaky sea salt

→ Balsamic Glaze

09 - 1/3 cup balsamic vinegar or 3 tablespoons store-bought balsamic glaze
10 - 1 tablespoon honey (omit for vegan option)

# How to Make It:

01 - Combine balsamic vinegar and honey in a small saucepan. Simmer over medium-low heat until reduced by half and syrupy, approximately 5 minutes. Allow to cool completely.
02 - Place watermelon cubes evenly on a large platter or in a salad bowl.
03 - Distribute thinly sliced red onion, crumbled feta cheese, and torn mint leaves over the watermelon.
04 - Drizzle extra-virgin olive oil over the ingredients and season with flaky sea salt and freshly ground black pepper.
05 - Sprinkle chopped nuts on top if using.
06 - Drizzle the prepared balsamic glaze evenly over the salad immediately before serving.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • It comes together in minutes and requires zero cooking skill, just good chopping and a little drizzling.
  • The contrast between juicy watermelon and creamy feta is addictive, especially with that sticky-sweet balsamic glaze.
  • Its one of those dishes that looks fancy but feels effortless, perfect for impressing guests without breaking a sweat.
02 -
  • Dont add the balsamic glaze too early or it will make the watermelon release water and turn the whole thing soggy.
  • Cold watermelon is essential, room temperature fruit loses that refreshing contrast you want against the salty feta.
03 -
  • Use a serrated knife to cut the watermelon cleanly without crushing it into mush.
  • Taste your feta before adding extra salt, some brands are much saltier than others and you dont want to overdo it.
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