Watermelon Cucumber Salad with Strawberries and Feta Recipe
A refreshing and vibrant Watermelon Cucumber Salad with Strawberries and Feta, perfectly balanced with a zesty lime and honey dressing and a hint of fresh mint. This quick and easy salad is ideal for warm weather, combining crisp cucumber, sweet watermelon, juicy strawberries, and creamy feta for a delightful mix of textures and flavors.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Salad
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Salad Ingredients
- 2 cups diced cucumber
- 1 1/2 cups strawberries, sliced into rounds
- 2 cups cubed watermelon
- 1/2 cup crumbled feta (vegan or regular)
- Optional: 1 jalapeño, thinly sliced
- Fresh mint, for garnish
Dressing Ingredients
- 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 and vegetables: Dice the cucumber, slice the strawberries into rounds, and cube the watermelon. Combine all three in a large mixing bowl.
- Make the dressing: In a smaller bowl, whisk together honey or agave nectar, freshly squeezed lime juice, lime zest, finely chopped mint, and a pinch of salt until well combined.
- Toss the salad: Pour the dressing over the mixed fruits and vegetables in the large bowl and gently toss to coat all ingredients evenly.
- Chill and serve: Optional: Chill the salad in the refrigerator for one hour to let the flavors meld. Before serving, top with crumbled feta and garnish with fresh mint. Add thinly sliced jalapeño if using for a spicy kick.
Notes
- This salad can be made vegan by using a vegan feta cheese or omitting feta.
- Adjust the amount of honey or agave nectar depending on your sweetness preference.
- Chilling the salad enhances the flavor but is optional if you need to serve immediately.
- Jalapeño is optional but adds a nice spicy contrast to the sweetness of the fruits.
- Fresh mint is key for brightness; avoid dried mint as it will not provide the same fresh flavor.
