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Fresh Watermelon Cucumber Feta Salad with Honey Lime Glaze

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A refreshing summer salad combining juicy watermelon, crisp cucumber, salty feta, and a zingy honey lime glaze for a perfect balance of sweet, salty, and tangy flavors.

Ingredients

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  • 4 cups seedless watermelon, cut into 1-inch cubes
  • 2 medium English cucumbers, sliced and halved
  • 1 cup feta cheese, crumbled
  • 1/4 cup fresh mint leaves, roughly chopped
  • 1/4 cup red onion, thinly sliced (optional)
  • 3 tablespoons fresh lime juice
  • 2 tablespoons honey
  • 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/8 teaspoon freshly cracked black pepper (optional)

Instructions

  1. Wash the cucumbers thoroughly. Slice lengthwise, then into half-moons about 1/4-inch thick.
  2. Cut the watermelon into roughly 1-inch cubes, keeping them uniform.
  3. Place watermelon and cucumber in a large mixing bowl.
  4. Peel and thinly slice the red onion. If desired, soak slices in cold water for 5 minutes to mellow the bite, then drain.
  5. Roughly chop fresh mint leaves.
  6. In a small bowl, whisk together fresh lime juice, honey, olive oil, salt, and black pepper until smooth and slightly thickened. Adjust sweetness or saltiness to taste.
  7. Pour the honey lime glaze over the watermelon, cucumber, onion, and mint in the large bowl. Toss gently but thoroughly to coat evenly.
  8. Sprinkle crumbled feta cheese on top and toss lightly or leave on top for presentation.
  9. Optional: Refrigerate the salad covered for 15-20 minutes before serving to allow flavors to meld and keep it crisp.
  10. Before serving, drain any excess liquid if watermelon is very juicy to avoid sogginess.

Notes

Use ripe watermelon for best sweetness and juiciness. Handle feta gently to keep chunks intact. If watermelon is very juicy, drain excess liquid before serving to avoid sogginess. Chilling the salad for 15-20 minutes enhances flavor melding and crispness. For dairy-free option, substitute feta with firm tofu or plant-based cheese. Adjust honey in glaze to taste for sweetness level.

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