Fresh Watermelon Feta Arugula Salad with Mint
A refreshing summer salad combining sweet watermelon, peppery arugula, creamy feta, and fresh mint, drizzled with olive oil and lemon juice for a bright, light dish perfect for warm days.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 10 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Salad
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 cups watermelon, cubed into bite-sized pieces
- 4 cups fresh arugula leaves, washed and dried
- 1 cup feta cheese, crumbled
- 1/4 cup fresh mint leaves, torn or finely chopped
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
- Pinch or two of flaky sea salt
- Freshly cracked black pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Cut the watermelon into roughly 1-inch cubes (about 4 cups). Wash and spin dry 4 cups of fresh arugula. Tear or finely chop about 1/4 cup of fresh mint leaves.
- In a large mixing bowl, gently toss the watermelon cubes with the arugula and mint, being careful not to overmix.
- Crumble 1 cup of feta cheese over the salad and gently fold it in to distribute evenly without breaking the cheese too much.
- Drizzle 2 tablespoons of extra virgin olive oil and 1 tablespoon of freshly squeezed lemon juice over the salad. Sprinkle a pinch or two of flaky sea salt and freshly cracked black pepper to taste. Toss gently to coat.
- Taste and adjust seasoning if needed. Serve immediately for the freshest texture and flavor. If holding for a bit, cover and refrigerate, then toss gently before serving.
Notes
Drain watermelon cubes briefly in a colander if extra juicy to avoid sogginess. Add feta last to keep it crumbly. Tear mint leaves gently to preserve aroma. Serve immediately for best texture. Can substitute feta with vegan cheese or tofu for a vegan version. Store ingredients separately if preparing ahead.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup salad
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 7
- Sodium: 320
- Fat: 11
- Saturated Fat: 4
- Carbohydrates: 9
- Fiber: 1
- Protein: 5
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