This watermelon, feta, and mint salad shows up often at our house during the summer, especially for cookouts. The quality of the olive oil and feta cheese is important, so go ahead and splurge a little. It?s refreshing, loaded with sweet and salty flavors, and takes minutes to make.
Ingredients
- 1 (3 pound) watermelon, cut into 1-inch cubes and chilled
- 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest
- 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
- freshly ground ground black pepper to taste
- 4 ounces feta cheese, coarsely crumbled
- 1/4 cup mint leaves
Directions
Step 1
Place the chilled watermelon cubes in a large bowl.
Step 2
Whisk olive oil, lemon juice, lemon zest, kosher salt, and black pepper together in a small bowl.
Step 3
Just before serving, drizzle dressing over chilled watermelon, and toss gently. Sprinkle feta cheese and mint over the watermelon, but do not mix in. Serve immediately.
Cook’s Note:
Sheep?s milk feta cheese is recommended because it?s so much creamier than cow?s milk feta. Freshly-squeezed lime juice and zest may be substituted for the lemon.
Nutrition Facts (per serving)
Nutrition Facts | |
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Servings Per Recipe 4 | |
Calories 273 | |
% Daily Value * | |
Total Fat20g | 26% |
Saturated Fat6g | 31% |
Cholesterol25mg | 8% |
Sodium422mg | 18% |
Total Carbohydrate21g | 8% |
Dietary Fiber1g | 4% |
Total Sugars17g | |
Protein6g | |
Vitamin C23mg | 113% |
Calcium162mg | 12% |
Iron1mg | 6% |
Potassium320mg | 7% |
*Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
**Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.
(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient.If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.
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