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A Refreshing Salad To Usher In Summer Recipe

Beat the summer heat with this vibrant and incredibly easy watermelon and feta salad! This refreshing recipe is perfect for a light lunch, side dish, or a simple yet elegant appetizer. Bursting with juicy watermelon, salty feta, and fragrant mint, it's the perfect way to celebrate the arrival of summer. Get ready to impress your friends and family with this surprisingly delicious and healthy salad.

Prep Time 10 mins
Cook Time 10 mins
Calories 174.5 kcal
Protein 15g
Rating 3.3 (3 Reviews)
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Ingredients for A Refreshing Salad To Usher In Summer

  • 4 cups seedless watermelon
  • 1/4 cup chopped fresh mint, plus 2-3 whole sprigs for garnish
  • 4 ounces crumbled feta cheese
  • 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice and zest of 1 lime
  • Generous amounts of salt and freshly ground black pepper
  • 2 ounces blue-veined cheese (e.g., Gorgonzola or Roquefort), optional

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How to Make A Refreshing Salad To Usher In Summer

  1. Cut a 4-cup wedge of seedless watermelon into 1-inch cubes. (If using a watermelon with seeds, remove seeds first.)
  2. Place the cubed watermelon in a large serving bowl.
  3. Drizzle 2 tablespoons of fresh lime juice over the watermelon. Season generously with salt and freshly ground black pepper.
  4. Add 4 ounces of crumbled feta cheese, 1/4 cup of chopped fresh mint, and the zest of 1 lime.
  5. Gently toss to combine.
  6. Garnish with 2-3 whole sprigs of fresh mint.
  7. For an extra decadent touch, add 2 ounces of a rich blue-veined cheese, such as Gorgonzola or Roquefort (optional).

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

23 g

Sugar

40g

Fat

37g

Carbs

4g

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