Watermelon Strawberry Salad with Feta, Cucumber, and Mint in Honey Lime Vinaigrette Recipe
This Watermelon Strawberry Salad is a refreshing and vibrant side dish perfect for summer cookouts and BBQs. Combining sweet watermelon, juicy strawberries, crisp cucumbers, tangy feta cheese, and fresh mint leaves, all tossed in a sweet and tangy honey lime vinaigrette, it offers a delicious and healthy burst of flavors and textures.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Yield: 8 servings
- Category: Salad
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Low Fat
Ingredients
Salad
- 1 lbs watermelon, cubed (~4 cups)
- 1 lbs strawberries, sliced
- 2 cups cucumber, sliced
- 1/2 cup feta cheese
- 1/4 cup mint leaves, packed
Dressing
- 2 tbsp honey
- 3 tbsp lime juice
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1/2 tsp salt
Instructions
- Prepare the Dressing: In a small bowl or cup, whisk together the honey, lime juice, olive oil, and salt until well combined. Set the dressing aside.
- Combine Fruits and Vegetables: In a large mixing bowl, gently toss the cubed watermelon, sliced strawberries, and sliced cucumber together, taking care not to squish the fruits.
- Add the Dressing: Pour the prepared honey lime vinaigrette over the fruit and cucumber mixture, tossing carefully to coat everything evenly with the dressing.
- Add Feta and Mint: Sprinkle the feta cheese and fresh mint leaves over the dressed salad, then toss one more time gently to combine all ingredients.
- Serve: Transfer the salad to a serving bowl and enjoy immediately for the freshest flavors and textures.
Notes
- For best results, chill the salad ingredients before assembling.
- Handle the fruit gently to avoid making the salad watery.
- Feta can be substituted with goat cheese for a creamier texture.
- Adjust honey and lime juice in the dressing according to your taste preference for sweetness and tanginess.
- This salad is best served fresh but can be stored in the refrigerator for up to a day.