Watermelon Cucumber Salad with Strawberries and Feta
Watermelon Cucumber Salad with Strawberries and Feta is a vibrant and refreshing dish that captures the essence of summer. This delightful salad combines sweet, juicy watermelon with crisp cucumber and succulent strawberries, all topped off with creamy feta cheese. Ideal for picnics, backyard barbecues, or as a light lunch, this salad is not only quick to prepare but also visually stunning. With its bright colors and delicious flavors, it is sure to impress your guests while providing a nutritious boost on hot days.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: None
- Total Time: 0 hours
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups diced cucumber
- 1 1/2 cups sliced strawberries
- 2 cups cubed watermelon
- 1/2 cup crumbled feta (vegan or regular)
- Optional: 1 jalapeño, thinly sliced
- Fresh mint for garnish
- 1 1/2 tbsp honey or agave nectar
- 1 tbsp freshly squeezed lime juice
- 1 tsp lime zest
- 1/2 tbsp finely chopped mint
- Pinch of salt
Instructions
- Prepare the Fruits: Dice the cucumbers, slice the strawberries into rounds, and cube the watermelon into bite-sized pieces. Combine all fruits in a large mixing bowl.
- Make the Dressing: In a separate bowl, whisk together honey (or agave), lime juice, lime zest, finely chopped mint, and salt until well blended.
- Combine Ingredients: Pour the dressing over the fruit mixture and toss gently to coat evenly.
- Chill and Serve: For enhanced flavor, chill in the refrigerator for one hour before serving. Top with crumbled feta and additional fresh mint just before enjoying.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 105
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 13g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 15mg