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Fresh Watermelon Feta Salad with Mint

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A refreshing and light summer salad combining juicy watermelon, creamy feta, fresh mint, and a sweet tangy balsamic glaze. Perfect for summer parties and quick to prepare.

Ingredients

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  • 4 cups seedless watermelon, cut into 1-inch cubes
  • 1 cup feta cheese, crumbled
  • 1/4 cup fresh mint leaves, roughly chopped or torn
  • 1/2 cup balsamic vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon brown sugar
  • 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
  • Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
  • Sea salt or flaky salt, to taste
  • Optional: toasted pine nuts or walnuts
  • Optional: thinly sliced red onion (soaked in cold water for 10 minutes)
  • Optional: cucumber slices

Instructions

  1. Prepare the balsamic glaze: Pour 1/2 cup balsamic vinegar and 1 tablespoon brown sugar into a small saucepan. Bring to a gentle boil over medium heat, then reduce to a simmer. Let it cook, stirring occasionally, until the liquid reduces by about half and thickens to a syrupy consistency (8-10 minutes). Remove from heat and let cool.
  2. Cut the watermelon into 1-inch cubes using a sharp knife. Place in a large mixing bowl and gently pat dry with paper towels if overly juicy.
  3. Crumble the feta cheese into small chunks. Tear or roughly chop the fresh mint leaves, bruising them lightly to release aroma.
  4. Drizzle olive oil over the watermelon cubes, then sprinkle in the crumbled feta and chopped mint. Season with sea salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste. Gently toss to combine without crushing the watermelon.
  5. Drizzle the cooled balsamic glaze over the salad just before serving to avoid sogginess.
  6. If using, sprinkle toasted nuts or thinly sliced onions on top for added texture and flavor.
  7. Serve immediately for best texture and flavor. If preparing ahead, keep components separate and combine just before serving.

Notes

Use a sharp knife to cut watermelon to avoid crushing and excess juice. Prepare balsamic glaze carefully to achieve syrupy consistency. Assemble salad just before serving to maintain crisp texture. Optional add-ins include toasted nuts, red onion, or cucumber slices. For dairy-free, substitute feta with marinated tofu or vegan cheese.

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Keywords: watermelon salad, feta salad, summer salad, balsamic glaze, mint, easy salad recipe, refreshing salad, party salad

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