During hot summer days, meals that feel light, hydrating, and refreshing become essential. This salad brings together sweet, salty, and fresh flavours to create a simple yet satisfying seasonal dish.

Why This Salad is Perfect for Summer

Watermelon-based salads are ideal for hot climates because watermelon is naturally high in water content and helps with hydration. When paired with feta cheese, mint, and citrus dressing, it creates a refreshing and nutrient-rich dish.

Recipe: Watermelon Salad with Feta

Preparation Time

• Prep Time: 10–15 minutes
• Total Time: 15 minutes
• Serves: 4–6 people

Ingredients

Main Salad

• 4 cups watermelon (cubed, chilled)
• ½ cup feta cheese (crumbled or cubed)
• 2–3 tbsp fresh mint leaves (chopped)

Optional Add-ons (Highly Recommended)

• ¼ avocado (cubed)
• 1 tbsp toasted nuts (walnuts or pumpkin seeds)

Dressing

• 1 tbsp fresh lime or lemon juice
• 1–2 tbsp olive oil
• Pinch salt
• Pinch black pepper

These ingredient combinations are commonly used in summer watermelon feta salads for balanced sweet, tangy, and salty taste.

Step-by-Step Method

Step 1 – Prepare Watermelon
Cut watermelon into medium bite-size cubes. Remove seeds if present. Chill for best taste.

Step 2 – Prepare Dressing
In a small bowl, mix:

• Lime/Lemon juice
• Olive oil
• Salt
• Black pepper

Whisk lightly until combined.

Step 3 – Assemble Salad
In a large bowl:

• Add watermelon cubes
• Add feta cheese
• Add mint leaves
• Add optional avocado or nuts

Step 4 – Final Toss
Pour dressing over salad.
Gently toss (don’t overmix — watermelon is soft).

Step 5 – Serve Immediately
Best served chilled and fresh.

Taste Profile

Sweet – Watermelon
Salty – Feta
Fresh – Mint
Tangy – Citrus dressing

This sweet–savory combination is why the recipe is so popular for summer meals and gatherings.

Before You Serve

• Use fully ripe watermelon for best sweetness.
• Add feta just before serving to keep texture fresh.
• Chill bowl before serving for extra cooling effect.
• Add a pinch of chilli flakes if you want an Indian twist.

When to Serve

• Summer lunch side dish
• Evening healthy snack
• BBQ / party salad
• Light dinner with grilled veggies

Enjoy the Season

Summer is the season to eat light, stay hydrated, and enjoy nature’s sweetest fruits. This Watermelon Feta Salad is not just a recipe — it’s a refreshing experience that cools your body and lifts your mood. Try this at home and make your summer meals healthier and happier.

Team Nellikka.