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Fresh Watermelon Feta Salad Recipe with Easy Honey Lime Dressing

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A refreshing and vibrant salad combining sweet watermelon, salty feta, and a tangy honey lime dressing, perfect for summer gatherings and quick meals.

Ingredients

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  • 4 cups watermelon, cubed (seedless is best for easy eating)
  • 1 cup feta cheese, crumbled
  • 1/4 cup fresh mint leaves, roughly chopped
  • 1/4 cup thinly sliced red onion (optional)
  • 1/4 cup toasted pepitas or walnuts (optional)
  • 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice (about 1 large lime)
  • 1 tablespoon honey
  • 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
  • Salt and black pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Rinse the watermelon under cool water. Cut into manageable sections, slice off the rind carefully, and chop the flesh into approximately 1-inch cubes.
  2. If using, peel and thinly slice about 1/4 cup of red onion. Soak the slices in cold water for 5 minutes, then drain.
  3. In a small bowl or jar, combine 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice, 1 tablespoon honey, and 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil. Add a pinch of salt and freshly ground black pepper. Whisk vigorously or shake the jar until the honey fully dissolves and the dressing emulsifies.
  4. In a mixing bowl, combine the watermelon cubes, crumbled feta, chopped mint leaves, and drained onion slices. Drizzle the honey lime dressing over the top.
  5. Using tongs or a large spoon, gently toss the salad to coat all ingredients evenly with the dressing, being careful not to mash the watermelon.
  6. Optionally, sprinkle toasted pepitas or walnuts on top. To toast nuts, warm them in a dry skillet over medium heat for 3-5 minutes, shaking frequently until fragrant.
  7. Serve immediately or cover and refrigerate for up to 2 hours. Bring to room temperature about 10 minutes before serving.

Notes

Use ripe but firm watermelon to avoid sogginess. Crumble feta yourself for better texture. Soak red onion slices in cold water to reduce sharpness. Toss gently to avoid crushing watermelon. Dressing can be made up to 3 days ahead and refrigerated. For vegan version, replace feta with marinated tofu or vegan cheese and honey with maple syrup.

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