Fresh Watermelon Cucumber Feta Salad Easy Recipe with Mint and Balsamic Glaze
A refreshing summer salad combining juicy watermelon, crisp cucumber, creamy feta, fresh mint, and a tangy balsamic glaze drizzle. Perfect for picnics, BBQs, or light meals.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 10-15 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Salad
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 cups seedless watermelon, cubed (about 600 grams)
- 2 medium cucumbers, peeled and sliced or chopped (about 300 grams)
- 1 cup crumbled feta cheese (about 150 grams)
- 1/3 cup fresh mint leaves, roughly chopped (about 10 grams)
- 3 tablespoons balsamic glaze
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil (optional)
- Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
- Pinch of sea salt (optional)
Instructions
- Cut about 4 cups of seedless watermelon into bite-sized cubes, roughly 1-inch pieces.
- Peel the cucumbers if the skin is thick or waxed. Slice thinly or chop into pieces similar in size to the watermelon.
- Remove mint leaves from stems and roughly chop about 1/3 cup.
- In a large bowl, gently toss the watermelon, cucumber, and mint together without smashing the watermelon.
- Crumble 1 cup of feta cheese over the salad and gently fold to distribute.
- Drizzle 3 tablespoons of balsamic glaze evenly over the salad. Optionally, add 2 tablespoons of extra virgin olive oil for richness.
- Season with a pinch of sea salt if desired and freshly cracked black pepper to taste.
- Serve immediately or chill for 10-15 minutes before serving to meld flavors.
Notes
Use a sharp knife to cut watermelon and cucumber cleanly to avoid crushing the fruit. Add balsamic glaze just before serving to prevent sogginess. For a vegan version, substitute feta with plant-based cheese or seasoned tofu. Store leftovers in an airtight container and drain excess liquid before serving again.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving (about 1 c
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 12
- Sodium: 250
- Fat: 9
- Saturated Fat: 3
- Carbohydrates: 14
- Fiber: 2
- Protein: 6
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