Fresh Watermelon Feta Salad Recipe with Mint and Balsamic Glaze
A quick and refreshing summer salad combining sweet watermelon, salty feta, fresh mint, and tangy balsamic glaze. Perfect for parties, potlucks, or a light snack.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Salad
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 cups seedless watermelon, cubed
- 1 cup feta cheese, crumbled
- 1/4 cup fresh mint leaves, torn by hand
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 3 tablespoons balsamic glaze
- Pinch of freshly ground black pepper
- Sea salt, optional, to taste
Instructions
- Rinse the watermelon under cold water. Cut off the rind and slice the flesh into roughly 1-inch cubes. Pat dry if extra juicy.
- Crumble 1 cup of feta cheese into bite-sized chunks. Tear 1/4 cup of fresh mint leaves by hand.
- In a small bowl, whisk together 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil and 3 tablespoons balsamic glaze.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine watermelon cubes, crumbled feta, and torn mint leaves. Drizzle the olive oil and balsamic glaze mixture over the salad and gently toss to coat.
- Season with a pinch of freshly ground black pepper and sea salt if needed. Taste before adding salt.
- Serve immediately or chill for 15-20 minutes to let flavors meld.
Notes
Use ripe but firm watermelon to avoid sogginess. Tear mint leaves by hand to release oils. Use a creamy, crumbly feta for best texture. Drizzle balsamic glaze sparingly to avoid overpowering sweetness. Serve fresh for best texture; if prepping ahead, keep components separate and combine before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (about 150 gra
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 10
- Fat: 7
- Carbohydrates: 12
- Fiber: 1
- Protein: 4
Keywords: watermelon salad, feta salad, summer salad, mint, balsamic glaze, refreshing salad, easy salad, healthy salad