Fresh Watermelon Feta Salad (Print Version)

Juicy watermelon and creamy feta combine with mint and balsamic glaze for a refreshing summer dish.

# What You'll Need:

→ Produce

01 - 4 cups seedless watermelon, cut into 1-inch cubes
02 - 1/4 small red onion, thinly sliced
03 - 1/4 cup fresh mint leaves, torn

→ Cheese

04 - 3/4 cup feta cheese, crumbled

→ Nuts (optional)

05 - 1/4 cup roasted pistachios or walnuts, roughly chopped

→ Dressing

06 - 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
07 - Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
08 - 1/2 teaspoon flaky sea salt

→ Balsamic Glaze

09 - 1/3 cup balsamic vinegar (or 3 tablespoons store-bought balsamic glaze)
10 - 1 tablespoon honey (omit for vegan option)

# How to Prepare:

01 - If making glaze, combine balsamic vinegar and honey in a small saucepan. Simmer over medium-low heat until reduced by half and syrupy, approximately 5 minutes. Let cool fully before use.
02 - Place watermelon cubes evenly on a large platter or in a salad bowl.
03 - Scatter thinly sliced red onion, crumbled feta, and torn mint leaves atop the watermelon.
04 - Drizzle extra-virgin olive oil over the salad and season with flaky sea salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste.
05 - If desired, sprinkle chopped roasted pistachios or walnuts evenly over the salad.
06 - Drizzle the balsamic glaze uniformly over the salad just before serving.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • It comes together in minutes and tastes like you spent an hour fussing over it.
  • The sweet-salty contrast is so satisfying it feels like a secret only you know.
  • You can prep everything ahead and assemble right before guests arrive without any stress.
  • It works as a side dish or a light meal on its own when its too hot to cook.
02 -
  • Dont add the balsamic glaze too early or it will make the watermelon soggy and the salad will lose its crisp freshness.
  • If your watermelon isnt sweet enough, a tiny pinch of sugar over the cubes before assembling can save the whole dish.
  • Thin onion slices are crucial, thick ones will dominate every bite and make people pick them out.
03 -
  • Use a melon baller instead of a knife for a more elegant presentation if youre serving this at a party.
  • Toast the nuts yourself in a dry skillet for a few minutes to bring out their flavor, it makes a noticeable difference.
  • If your feta is too salty, soak it in cold water for ten minutes before crumbling to mellow it out.
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