Simple Watermelon, Mint & Feta Salad
Watermelon is a summer fruit that is packed with antioxidants like vitamin C, beta carotene, and lycopene and is a tasty thirst-quencher on those super hot days. Watermelon is a perfect hydrator since it is over 92 percent water! Enjoy this innovative and easy-to-make, refreshing salad as a light meal or colorful dish to serve to a big crowd.
INGREDIENTS
Serves 4-6
6-8 cups watermelon, chilled and cubed
⅔ cup fresh mint leaves, chopped
¾ cup feta cheese, crumbled (preferably goat)
2 limes, squeezed
¼ cup good quality olive oil
Salt and pepper to taste
1 tablespoon lime zest (optional)
Watermelon is a summer fruit that is packed with antioxidants like vitamin C, beta carotene, and lycopene and is a tasty thirst-quencher on those super hot days. Watermelon is a perfect hydrator since it is over 92 percent water! Enjoy this innovative and easy-to-make, refreshing salad as a light meal or colorful dish to serve to a big crowd.
INGREDIENTS
Serves 4-6
6-8 cups watermelon, chilled and cubed
⅔ cup fresh mint leaves, chopped
¾ cup feta cheese, crumbled (preferably goat)
2 limes, squeezed
¼ cup good quality olive oil
Salt and pepper to taste
1 tablespoon lime zest (optional)
METHOD
This recipe is best prepared right before serving. Cut chilled watermelon into one-inch cubes. Place in a colander to drain excess liquid. Put into a serving bowl and sprinkle with chopped mint. Toss to coat evenly. Next, mix lime juice, olive oil, salt and pepper and drizzle over salad. Crumble feta onto salad and toss lightly. Sprinkle with lime zest (optional). Serve immediately.
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