Fresh Watermelon Feta Salad Recipe Easy Mint Balsamic Glaze Delight
A quick, refreshing watermelon salad with salty feta, fresh mint, and a tangy balsamic glaze, perfect for hot days and summer gatherings.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Salad
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 cups watermelon, cubed (seedless or seeds removed)
- 1 cup feta cheese, crumbled
- 1/4 cup fresh mint leaves, chopped
- 2 tablespoons balsamic glaze
- 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil (optional)
- Pinch of sea salt
- Pinch of freshly ground black pepper (optional)
Instructions
- Cut about 1/4 of a medium watermelon into 1-inch cubes and remove any seeds.
- Rinse and pat dry 1/4 cup of fresh mint leaves, then chop finely.
- Crumble 1 cup of feta cheese, leaving some chunks larger if desired.
- In a large mixing bowl, gently toss the watermelon cubes, crumbled feta, and chopped mint together without mashing the watermelon.
- Drizzle 2 tablespoons of balsamic glaze evenly over the salad. Add 1 tablespoon of extra virgin olive oil if using. Season with a pinch of sea salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste. Toss lightly to distribute the glaze.
- Taste and adjust seasoning if needed.
- Transfer to a serving platter or bowl and serve immediately or chill for up to 30 minutes.
Notes
Use ripe, firm watermelon for best texture. Be gentle when tossing to avoid breaking watermelon cubes. If balsamic glaze is too runny, reduce balsamic vinegar on stove until thickened. Prepare shortly before serving to keep salad crisp. Vegan feta or honey-lime dressing can be used as alternatives.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150 g)
- Calories: 165
- Sugar: 13
- Sodium: 300
- Fat: 10
- Saturated Fat: 4
- Carbohydrates: 15
- Fiber: 1
- Protein: 5
Keywords: watermelon salad, feta salad, mint salad, balsamic glaze, summer salad, easy salad, refreshing salad, fruit salad