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Fresh Watermelon Feta Mint Cucumber Salad Recipe with Easy Lime Chili Honey Dressing

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A bright, refreshing summer salad combining juicy watermelon, crisp cucumber, salty feta, and fresh mint, all tossed in a sweet, spicy, and tangy lime chili honey dressing.

Ingredients

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  • 4 cups watermelon, cubed (about 1.5 pounds)
  • 1 large English cucumber, peeled and thinly sliced
  • 1 cup feta cheese, crumbled
  • 1/2 cup fresh mint leaves, roughly chopped
  • 2 tablespoons freshly squeezed lime juice
  • 1 tablespoon honey
  • 1/2 teaspoon chili flakes
  • 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste

Instructions

  1. Cut about 1.5 pounds (700 grams) of ripe watermelon into roughly 1-inch cubes and place in a large mixing bowl.
  2. Peel 1 large English cucumber and slice into thin half-moons about 1/4 inch thick. Optionally scoop out seeds to reduce moisture. Add to the bowl with watermelon.
  3. Roughly chop 1/2 cup fresh mint leaves and add to the bowl.
  4. In a small bowl or jar, combine 2 tablespoons lime juice, 1 tablespoon honey, 1/2 teaspoon chili flakes, 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil, and a pinch of salt and pepper. Whisk or shake until well blended.
  5. Crumble 1 cup feta cheese over the salad ingredients. Rinse lightly and pat dry if feta is too salty.
  6. Pour the dressing over the watermelon, cucumber, mint, and feta. Gently toss with salad tongs or large spoons to combine evenly without breaking the watermelon cubes.
  7. Taste and adjust seasoning with extra salt, pepper, or lime juice as desired.
  8. Refrigerate the salad for 15-20 minutes before serving to let flavors meld. Remove 5 minutes before serving.

Notes

Use a sharp knife to cut watermelon evenly to avoid mushy pieces. Peel and deseed cucumbers to reduce bitterness and moisture. Shake dressing in a jar for better emulsification. Add feta just before serving if making ahead to prevent sogginess. Drain excess juice if watermelon releases too much liquid before serving.

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Keywords: watermelon salad, feta salad, cucumber salad, summer salad, lime chili honey dressing, fresh mint, easy salad recipe, healthy salad

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