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Fresh Watermelon Cucumber Mint Salad with Feta and Honey-Lime Dressing

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A refreshing summer salad combining juicy watermelon, crisp cucumber, fresh mint, and tangy feta cheese, all tossed in a sweet and tangy honey-lime dressing. Perfect for quick, light meals or summer gatherings.

Ingredients

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  • 4 cups watermelon, cubed (seedless, ripe)
  • 1 large English or Persian cucumber, peeled and sliced into half-moons
  • 1/4 cup fresh mint leaves, chopped
  • 1/2 cup feta cheese, crumbled
  • 2 tablespoons honey
  • 3 tablespoons fresh lime juice (about 2 limes)
  • 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt, or to taste
  • Pinch of freshly ground black pepper (optional)

Instructions

  1. Cut about 4 cups of watermelon into bite-sized cubes (roughly 1-inch pieces). Remove any seeds if not seedless. Chill watermelon beforehand for maximum refreshment.
  2. Peel the cucumber if the skin is thick or waxed. Slice into half-moons about 1/4 inch thick. Toss into a mixing bowl.
  3. Chop 1/4 cup fresh mint leaves finely and add to the bowl with watermelon and cucumber.
  4. In a small bowl, whisk together 2 tablespoons honey, 3 tablespoons fresh lime juice, 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil, 1/4 teaspoon salt, and a pinch of black pepper until honey dissolves and dressing is glossy.
  5. Pour the dressing over the watermelon, cucumber, and mint mixture. Toss gently to coat without bruising the watermelon.
  6. Sprinkle 1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese on top and toss lightly to distribute.

Notes

Toss salad gently to avoid mushy watermelon. Chill watermelon before cutting for best refreshment. Refrigerate salad for 10 minutes before serving to meld flavors. Use wooden spoon to toss if possible. For vegan version, omit feta or substitute with vegan cheese. Adjust honey for less sweetness or use agave nectar as vegan alternative. Fresh lime juice preferred over bottled.

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Keywords: watermelon salad, cucumber salad, mint salad, feta cheese, honey-lime dressing, summer salad, refreshing salad, easy salad recipe

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