This watermelon salad with feta cheese is summer on a plate—juicy, salty, fresh, and incredibly easy to throw together. It’s the kind of dish that feels light yet flavourful, perfect for warm days or as a vibrant side.
🍉🧀 Watermelon Salad with Feta Cheese (Fresh & Easy)
⭐ Why you’ll love it
This watermelon feta salad recipe balances sweet and savoury beautifully. The crisp watermelon pairs with creamy feta, while herbs and citrus lift everything with a bright finish.
🛒 Ingredients (serves 4)
- 600g watermelon, cubed
- 150g feta cheese, crumbled
- 1/2 cucumber, sliced (optional but recommended)
- 1 small red onion, thinly sliced
- A handful of fresh mint leaves
- 1 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 1 tbsp fresh lime or lemon juice
- Freshly ground black pepper
👩🍳 Method
Place the watermelon cubes in a large bowl. Add the cucumber and red onion.
Scatter over the feta and tear in the mint leaves.
Drizzle with olive oil and citrus juice, then gently toss everything together. Keep it light—you don’t want to break up the watermelon too much.
Finish with freshly ground black pepper.
🍽️ Serving ideas
Serve this fresh watermelon feta salad chilled alongside:
- Grilled chicken or fish
- BBQ dishes
- Flatbreads or mezze spreads
🔍 Tips for the best watermelon salad
Chill the watermelon beforehand for maximum refreshment.
Soak red onion in cold water for a milder flavour.
Use good-quality feta—it makes a noticeable difference.
🔄 Variations
- Balsamic glaze: Drizzle lightly for a sweet tang
- Chilli flakes: Add a subtle kick
- Avocado: For extra creaminess
- Rocket (arugula): Turns it into a more substantial salad
🧊 Storage
Best eaten fresh, but leftovers can be stored in the fridge for up to 24 hours. Drain excess liquid before serving again.
This easy watermelon salad with feta cheese is crisp, colourful, and full of contrast—proof that simple ingredients can create something seriously delicious.
