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Fresh Watermelon Feta Arugula Salad Recipe with Mint

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A quick, easy, and refreshing summer salad combining juicy watermelon, peppery arugula, creamy feta, and fresh mint for a perfect balance of sweet, salty, and herbaceous flavors.

Ingredients

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  • 4 cups watermelon, cubed (about 600 grams)
  • 4 cups arugula, loosely packed
  • 1 cup feta cheese, crumbled
  • 1/4 cup fresh mint leaves, roughly chopped
  • 1/4 cup red onion, thinly sliced (optional)
  • 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
  • Sea salt, to taste
  • Freshly ground black pepper, to taste

Instructions

  1. Prepare the watermelon: Using a sharp knife, cut about 4 cups (roughly 600 grams) of watermelon into bite-sized cubes, removing as much rind as possible.
  2. Slice the red onion: Thinly slice 1/4 cup of red onion. Optional: soak slices in cold water for 5 minutes and drain to soften sharpness.
  3. Roughly chop the mint: Stack, roll, and thinly slice 1/4 cup fresh mint leaves (chiffonade style).
  4. Combine greens and watermelon: In a large mixing bowl, add 4 cups arugula and cubed watermelon. Toss gently.
  5. Add onion and mint: Toss in sliced onion and chopped mint leaves evenly.
  6. Add feta cheese: Sprinkle 1 cup crumbled feta over the salad, breaking into uneven chunks by hand.
  7. Dress the salad: Drizzle 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil and 1 tablespoon fresh lime juice over the salad. Season with sea salt and black pepper. Toss gently to coat without crushing watermelon.
  8. Final taste check: Adjust seasoning with extra lime juice or salt if needed.
  9. Serve immediately: Best enjoyed fresh to keep watermelon crisp and arugula lively. If preparing ahead, keep dressing separate and toss before serving.

Notes

Use fresh, ripe watermelon for best flavor. Soak arugula in ice water if limp. Crumble feta by hand for better texture. Add mint last and toss lightly to avoid bitterness. Prepare dressing separately if making ahead to prevent sogginess. Salad is best eaten within a couple of hours of preparation.

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Keywords: watermelon salad, feta salad, arugula salad, summer salad, fresh mint, easy salad recipe, healthy salad, refreshing salad

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