Watermelon Feta Salad Recipe with Citrus Dressing
Watermelon, the quintessential summer fruit, works so well in summer salads. It pairs so well with briny feta and fresh mint to bring together a mouthful of happiness in every refreshing bite so enjoy this delicious salad.
Servings: 6
Calories: 347kcal
Ingredients
Dressing
- ½ navel orange juiced (about ¼ cup)
- 2 lemons juiced (about ¼ cup)
- 1 large shallot minced (about ¼ cup)
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- ½ cup extra-virgin olive oil
Salad
- 6 cups seedless watermelon cut into small cubes
- 12 ounces feta cheese diced into small cubes
- 1 cup fresh mint leaves chopped
Instructions
Prepare the Dressing
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the orange juice, lemon juice, shallots, honey, salt, and pepper.½ navel orange, 2 lemons, 1 large shallot, 1 tablespoon honey, 1 teaspoon kosher salt, ½ teaspoon black pepper
- Slowly drizzle in the olive oil, whisking constantly.½ cup extra-virgin olive oil
- Set aside in a mason jar and cover with lid.
Prepare the Salad
- In a large bowl, stir together gently the watermelon, feta, and mint.6 cups seedless watermelon, 12 ounces feta cheese, 1 cup fresh mint leaves
- Give mason jar a good shake and drizzle salad with dressing just to coat.
- Toss lightly, being sure to coat all ingredients well.
- Adjust amount of dressing and salt/pepper as desired.
- Serve and enjoy the refreshingness!
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Notes
- I like to make this salad ahead of time, leaving all of the salad components and dressing stored in separate containers until just before serving.
- You will most likely have extra dressing. Store any leftovers covered in the fridge for up to two weeks.
- Recipe inspired by and adapted from Ina Garten.
Nutrition
Serving: 1serving | Calories: 347kcal | Carbohydrates: 11.5g | Protein: 9g | Fat: 31g | Saturated Fat: 11.2g | Cholesterol: 50.6mg | Sodium: 914.4mg | Fiber: 1.5g | Sugar: 8.4g
