How to Make Summer Special Watermelon Salad
Hello Foodies,
Hydrating and Refreshing watermelon and creamy feta salad, summertime in a bowl! This is our new favorite summer side dish!
This salad has simple ingredients that are a winning combination and so refreshing and flavorful! The flavor combination might sound odd at first, but trust me, it is an absolutely delightful side for summer bbq! It is the perfect salad for a hot summer day and a fun way to jazz up everyone’s favorite summer fruit.
I love good fruity and veggie summer salads. Because summer is a time when all vegetables and fruits are at their peak. Sweet, juicy watermelon, creamy, soft feta cheese, aromatic mint leaves, and antioxidant-rich blueberries are the showcases of this salad. The feta cheese gives this salad a satisfying Greek Salad flavor and adds the salty notes so you hardly have to add any salt (or you can skip the salt. The feta cheese takes it over the top, so don’t skip it!
Feta cheese is a soft, white-colored cheese made from the milk of sheep and goats. It’s known for its rich aroma and slightly sour taste. It is an excellent source of nutrients like calcium and protein, and vitamins. Feta is lower in fat than many other kinds of cheese, however, and is considered a reasonable option to eat in moderation. It is made from sheep and goat's milk, and that is why it’s also easier to digest. Feta cheese adds a hefty dose of protein and the protein makes a Greek feta salad equally fantastic as an easy side salad or a filling and healthy meatless meal! Do give it a try!
Preparation Time: 10 Minutes.
Each Serving of Watermelon Feta Salad Contains 144 Cal.
Ingredients:
- 2 Cups Watermelon Cubes
- 1 Cup Feta Cheese, Cubed/Crumbled
- ½ Cup Blueberries
- 1 Cup Greens/Lettuce, chopped
- 3-4 Walnuts, soaked in the water for 2-3 hours
- Fresh Mint and Basil leaves
- Black Salt to taste
- 2 Tbsp EV Olive Oil
- 2 Tbsp Lemon/Lime Juice
- Rinse the whole watermelon and cut it in half.
- Lay the flat side/big side on a cutting board, start to slice, working from one side to the other.
- Using a sharp knife, carefully peel the skin off, about ½ inch in depth.
- Cut the watermelon into cubes.
- Now, in a bowl add greens, blueberries, mint-basil leaves, watermelon cubes, walnuts, salt, olive oil, lemon juice, and feta cheese.
- Give everything a quick stir and the salad is ready.
- Refreshing and hydrating summer salad is ready to serve. Serve chilled. Enjoy!!!
How to Store the Watermelon Salad?
Store watermelon salad in an airtight container for up to 1-2 days.
Health Benefits of Watermelon-Feta Salad:
- Watermelon has a high water content, that helps to keep you hydrating and helps you feel full.
- Watermelon is a low-calorie fruit and high in antioxidants.
- It has antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties.
- Helps in digestion: Fiber and water are important for healthy digestion.
- It may help promote healthy skin, including reducing the risk of age-related damage.
- Feta cheese is a good source of essential protein, vitamins, and minerals.
- Feta contains more calcium than many other kinds of cheese and that helps to maintain healthy teeth and bones.
- Feta cheese is a low-calorie, low-fat cheese.
- It is also a good source of B vitamins, calcium, and phosphorus.
- This salad provides powerful antioxidants.
- It has detoxifying, hydrating, and cleansing properties.
- It is loaded with healthy fats, fiber, and micronutrients like various vitamins and minerals.
Dietary Comment:
- The calorie count is based on a 2000 calorie diet.
- Per serving contains 144 calories, 12.3 g carbohydrates, 8.8 g fats, and 5.5 g protein.
- Portion size can always be increased or decreased depending on your health goals and activity level.
- (Please keep in mind that the nutritional information is calculated using a nutrition facts calculator. It is a rough estimate and can vary significantly based on the products used).
Some More Salad Recipes to Try:
- Jackfruit Salad
- Corn Salad/Elote
- Mango Salsa
- Fruit Salad With Homemade Honey-Lime Dressing
- Mexican Beans Salad with Avocado-Vinaigrette Dressing
- Vegan Instant Pot Avocado Pasta Salad
- Mango Avocado Salad
- Detox Salad
- Taco Pasta Salad
- Air Fryer Makhana Salad
Good Time To Eat:
It is good to eat Watermelon Feta Salad for breakfast, snacks, or as a light meal.
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