Fresh Watermelon Feta Mint Salad Recipe with Easy Balsamic Drizzle
A light, vibrant summer salad combining juicy watermelon, salty feta, fresh mint, and a sweet balsamic reduction for a refreshing and satisfying dish.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Salad
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 cups seedless watermelon, cubed (about 600g)
- 1 cup feta cheese, crumbled (about 150g)
- ¼ cup fresh mint leaves, roughly chopped (about 10g)
- ¼ cup balsamic vinegar (60ml)
- 1 tablespoon honey or maple syrup (optional)
- 2 teaspoons extra virgin olive oil (10ml)
- Pinch of freshly ground black pepper
- Pinch of sea salt
Instructions
- Cut about 4 cups (600g) of seedless watermelon into bite-sized cubes, ensuring uniform size.
- Pour ¼ cup (60ml) balsamic vinegar into a small saucepan over medium heat and simmer gently for 8-10 minutes until thickened to a syrupy consistency. Stir in 1 tablespoon (15ml) honey or maple syrup halfway through if desired. Remove from heat and let cool.
- Roughly chop a handful (¼ cup or 10g) of fresh mint leaves by hand.
- In a large mixing bowl, gently toss the watermelon cubes with 1 cup (150g) crumbled feta cheese and the chopped mint. Drizzle 2 teaspoons (10ml) extra virgin olive oil over the top. Add a pinch of sea salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste.
- Once the balsamic reduction has cooled to room temperature, drizzle it evenly over the salad and toss gently to combine without breaking down the watermelon.
- Serve immediately or chill for up to 2 hours before serving. Avoid letting it sit too long to prevent excess juice and dilution of flavors.
Notes
Chill the watermelon before cutting for easier slicing and better texture. Cool the balsamic reduction before drizzling to avoid wilting mint and melting feta. Assemble just before serving for best texture. Leftovers should be drained of excess juice before serving again.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving (about 1 c
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 15
- Fat: 7
- Carbohydrates: 18
- Fiber: 1.5
- Protein: 5
Keywords: watermelon salad, feta cheese, mint, balsamic drizzle, summer salad, easy salad, refreshing salad, healthy salad