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Fresh Watermelon Feta Mint Salad with Honey Lime Jalapeño Dressing

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A refreshing summer salad combining juicy watermelon, creamy feta, fresh mint, and a zesty honey lime jalapeño dressing for a perfect balance of sweet, salty, and spicy flavors.

Ingredients

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  • 4 cups seedless watermelon, cut into bite-sized cubes (about 600g)
  • 1 cup crumbled feta cheese (about 150g)
  • A handful of fresh mint leaves, roughly chopped
  • Optional: ½ cup toasted pepitas or walnuts (about 60g)
  • 2 tablespoons honey (30ml)
  • 3 tablespoons fresh lime juice (45ml)
  • 1 small jalapeño pepper, seeded and finely chopped
  • 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil (45ml)
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • Freshly ground black pepper to taste
  • Optional: a pinch of ground cumin

Instructions

  1. Cut the watermelon into 1-inch bite-sized cubes and drain any excess juice. Transfer to a large mixing bowl.
  2. Crumble the feta cheese over the watermelon using your hands for even distribution.
  3. Remove mint leaves from stems, roughly chop, and add to the bowl.
  4. In a small bowl or jar, whisk together honey, lime juice, olive oil, chopped jalapeño, salt, black pepper, and cumin if using until smooth and emulsified. Adjust sweetness or heat as needed.
  5. Pour the dressing over the watermelon, feta, and mint. Gently toss to coat without breaking the watermelon cubes.
  6. If desired, sprinkle toasted pepitas or walnuts on top just before serving.
  7. Taste and adjust seasoning with additional salt or lime juice if needed. Serve immediately or refrigerate up to 30 minutes before serving.

Notes

Use fresh, ripe watermelon and fresh mint for best flavor. Adjust jalapeño heat by removing seeds or using less. Prepare salad and dressing separately if making ahead to avoid sogginess. Pat watermelon dry if extra juicy. Use gloves when handling jalapeño to avoid irritation.

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Keywords: watermelon salad, feta salad, mint salad, honey lime dressing, jalapeño dressing, summer salad, refreshing salad, easy salad recipe

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