Summer is the perfect time to make this easy watermelon salad recipe by An Appetizing Life. It’s watermelon season, so take advantage of the sweet and juicy watermelons in stores. You will only get the best ones during these hot months. If you don’t know how to pick the perfect one, check this article: How to Pick the Best Watermelon Every Time.
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This salad recipe is refreshing and delicious. You’ll get different textures and flavors in each bite. The sweetness of the watermelons is perfect with the creamy and salty flavors of feta cheese, the freshness of the herbs, and the tanginess of the dressing. If you want it to be creamier, you can add avocados. Give this simple yet flavorful recipe a try.
When you make this recipe, keep the watermelon rinds. Learn why here: Why You Shouldn’t Throw Away Watermelon Rinds
Summer Watermelon Salad Ingredients
- 4 cups of watermelon (cut into small cubes)
- 3/4 cup of sweet onion (thinly sliced)
- 2 cups of English cucumbers (seeded and quartered)
- 2 tablespoons of mint (chopped)
- 2 tablespoons of cilantro (chopped)
- 2 tablespoons of fresh lime juice
- 1 teaspoon of lime zest
- 1/2 teaspoon of kosher salt
- 1/4 teaspoon of freshly ground black pepper
- 1/4 cup of olive oil
- 1/2 cup of feta cheese (crumbled)
How to Make Watermelon Salad
Step 1:
Add the cilantro, mint, watermelon, onion, and cucumber into a large bowl. Gently mix all ingredients using a spoon, then set aside.
Step 2:
In a small mixing bowl, add the lime juice, lime zest, salt, and ground black pepper. Mix all ingredients with a whisk. Slowly pour the olive oil while whisking.
Step 3:
Pour a small amount of homemade dressing over the salad mixture. Carefully mix. Make a taste test. Adjust the amount of dressing if needed. Make sure not to overdress.
Step 4:
Crumble the feta cheese and sprinkle over your salad. Serve and enjoy!
Easy Watermelon Salad Recipe
