Description
A vibrant summer salad featuring crisp watermelon, zesty lime, and creamy feta, perfect for warm gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 cups watermelon, cubed
- 1/2 cup red onion, finely chopped
- 1/2 cup cucumber, diced
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- 1 jalapeño, finely chopped (optional)
- Juice of 2 limes
- Salt to taste
- Feta cheese, crumbled (optional)
Instructions
- Combine Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, carefully combine the watermelon, red onion, cucumber, cilantro, and jalapeño (if using).
- Add Lime Juice and Salt: Drizzle the bright lime juice over the salad and sprinkle with salt.
- Toss Gently: With a large spoon or spatula, toss the ingredients gently to ensure all the flavors meld together.
- Top with Feta (if desired): Sprinkle crumbled feta cheese on top before serving.
- Serve or Chill: Serve immediately or let it refrigerate for about 30 minutes.
Notes
Make in advance, but mix just before serving to prevent the salad from becoming watery.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 90
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 40mg
- Fat: 4g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 10mg