Fresh Watermelon Feta Mint Salad Recipe with Zesty Honey Lime Dressing
A quick and refreshing summer salad combining juicy watermelon cubes, salty feta, and fresh mint, all tossed in a zesty honey lime dressing. Perfect for hot days and easy to prepare in under 15 minutes.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Salad
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
- 4 cups seedless watermelon, cut into bite-sized cubes (about 600g)
- 1 cup crumbled feta cheese (about 150g)
- 1/4 cup fresh mint leaves, roughly chopped or torn
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 3 tablespoons freshly squeezed lime juice
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- Salt, to taste
- Freshly cracked black pepper, to taste
- Optional: thinly sliced red onion or cucumber for crunch
- Optional: toasted pepitas for texture
- Optional: chili flakes for heat
Instructions
- Cut about 4 cups (600g) of seedless watermelon into bite-sized cubes and place in a large mixing bowl.
- Crumble 1 cup (150g) of feta cheese over the watermelon cubes.
- Wash, pat dry, and roughly chop or tear about 1/4 cup of fresh mint leaves; add to the bowl.
- In a small bowl or jar, whisk together 2 tablespoons honey, 3 tablespoons freshly squeezed lime juice, and 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil. Season with a pinch of salt and freshly cracked black pepper to taste.
- Pour the honey lime dressing over the watermelon, feta, and mint mixture. Gently toss to coat all ingredients without breaking up the watermelon.
- Taste and adjust seasoning with more salt, pepper, or lime juice if desired. Optionally, sprinkle toasted pepitas, thinly sliced red onion, or chili flakes on top.
- Serve immediately or chill in the refrigerator for up to 1 hour before serving. Toss gently before serving.
Notes
Use ripe, sweet watermelon for best flavor. Cut watermelon into uniform cubes for balanced bites. Use fresh lime juice for vibrant dressing. Toss gently to avoid watermelon juice pooling. Salad is best served fresh but can be chilled up to 1 hour. Optional add-ins include red onion, cucumber, toasted pepitas, or chili flakes. Feta can be substituted with goat cheese or dairy-free alternatives for vegan versions.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup salad
- Calories: 165
- Sugar: 18
- Sodium: 250
- Fat: 8
- Saturated Fat: 3
- Carbohydrates: 23
- Fiber: 1.5
- Protein: 5.5
Keywords: watermelon salad, feta cheese, mint, honey lime dressing, summer salad, refreshing salad, easy salad recipe, gluten-free, vegetarian