Watermelon Cucumber Salad (Printable)

Juicy watermelon, cucumber, and mint tossed in a zesty lime dressing.

# What You'll Need:

→ Fruits and Vegetables

01 - 4 cups seedless watermelon, diced
02 - 2 cups cucumber, diced
03 - 1/4 cup red onion, thinly sliced
04 - 1/4 cup fresh mint leaves, chopped
05 - 1/4 cup feta cheese, crumbled

→ Dressing

06 - 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
07 - 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
08 - 1 teaspoon honey or agave syrup
09 - Salt and black pepper, to taste

# How To Make:

01 - In a large bowl, combine watermelon, cucumber, red onion, and mint.
02 - In a small bowl, whisk together lime juice, olive oil, honey, salt, and pepper.
03 - Drizzle dressing over the salad and gently toss to coat.
04 - Sprinkle with feta cheese, if using.
05 - Serve immediately or chill for up to 1 hour before serving.

# Expert Tips:

01 -
  • It takes fifteen minutes from start to finish, leaving you more time to relax in the shade.
  • The combination of sweet watermelon and tangy lime wakes up your palate instantly.
02 -
  • This salad does not sit well overnight, so eat it all the same day for the best texture.
  • Wait to add the feta until right before serving to keep it from melting into the dressing.
03 -
  • Use a very sharp knife to cut the watermelon to prevent crushing the delicate juice-filled cells.
  • Toast some pumpkin seeds or sunflower seeds for a hidden crunch on top.

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