Description
A refreshing Mediterranean salad combining juicy watermelon, crisp cucumber, and tangy crumbled feta, brightened with fresh mint and zesty lemon. Perfect for light summer meals or as a surprising starter.
Ingredients
4 cups watermelon cubes (seedless, firm)
2 cups cucumber slices (delicate skin)
150g sheep’s milk feta cheese (AOP if available)
1/2 bunch fresh mint (finely chopped)
3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
2 tablespoons freshly squeezed lemon juice
Salt to taste
Instructions
Chill watermelon cubes in refrigerator for 30 minutes before preparing
Arrange watermelon and cucumber on a large serving platter
Crumble feta over the fruit arrangement
Add chopped fresh mint
Drizzle with olive oil and lemon juice
Season with sea salt
Toss gently just before serving to maintain texture
Notes
Use a sharp knife for clean watermelon cuts to avoid sogginess
Substitute with vegan feta alternative if preferred
For an extra touch, serve with a balsamic glaze reduce
- Prep Time: 15
- Category: Recettes de Salades Saines et Faciles
- Method: Chilling/Tossing
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup salad
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 0
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 0