About This Recipe

Watermelon feta salad is the dish that defines summer — ice-cold juicy watermelon, creamy crumbled feta, fresh mint leaves, and a drizzle of balsamic glaze. It takes 10 minutes to assemble, requires zero cooking, and looks spectacular on any table. The sweet-salty-tangy combination is one of the most craveable flavor profiles in summer food, and it's been one of the most-saved recipes on Pinterest every June and July for years running.

Nutrition estimates based on USDA FoodData Central. Values are per serving and may vary.

Why You'll Love It

  • 10 minutes, zero cooking — the easiest impressive summer dish
  • Sweet-salty-tangy flavor combination that's genuinely addictive
  • Visually stunning on any table — looks like a restaurant dish
  • Hydrating, light, and perfect for hot weather entertaining

Watermelon Feta Salad with Mint & Balsamic

Watermelon Feta Salad with Mint & Balsamic
10 min
Prep
0 min
Cook
10 min
Total
6
Servings
⭐ 4.8
Rating
145
Calories

Ingredients

  • 6 cups seedless watermelon, cubed
  • 200g (7oz) block feta cheese, crumbled
  • 1/2 cup fresh mint leaves
  • 1/4 red onion, thinly sliced
  • 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
  • 2 tbsp balsamic glaze
  • 1 tbsp fresh lime juice
  • Flaky sea salt and black pepper

Instructions

  1. 1Cut the watermelon Cut watermelon into 1-inch cubes and arrange on a large, flat serving platter or shallow bowl. Cold watermelon straight ...
  2. 2Add feta and red onion Crumble feta cheese generously over the watermelon. Scatter the thinly sliced red onion across the top....
  3. 3Add fresh mint Tear the mint leaves and scatter them over the salad. Tearing releases more flavor than keeping them whole....
  4. 4Dress and season Drizzle with extra virgin olive oil, fresh lime juice, and balsamic glaze. Finish with a generous pinch of flaky sea sal...
  5. 5Serve immediately This salad is best served immediately while the watermelon is cold and the feta is still firm. Don't toss — let the laye...

Ingredients

6 cups seedless watermelon, cubed 200g (7oz) block feta cheese, crumbled 1/2 cup fresh mint leaves 1/4 red onion, thinly sliced 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil 2 tbsp balsamic glaze 1 tbsp fresh lime juice Flaky sea salt and black pepper

Step-by-Step Instructions

  1. 1

    Cut the watermelon

    Cut watermelon into 1-inch cubes and arrange on a large, flat serving platter or shallow bowl. Cold watermelon straight from the fridge works best.

  2. 2

    Add feta and red onion

    Crumble feta cheese generously over the watermelon. Scatter the thinly sliced red onion across the top.

  3. 3

    Add fresh mint

    Tear the mint leaves and scatter them over the salad. Tearing releases more flavor than keeping them whole.

  4. 4

    Dress and season

    Drizzle with extra virgin olive oil, fresh lime juice, and balsamic glaze. Finish with a generous pinch of flaky sea salt and cracked black pepper.

  5. 5

    Serve immediately

    This salad is best served immediately while the watermelon is cold and the feta is still firm. Don't toss — let the layers show.

Pro Tips

🏆 Chef Tips
  • Use a block of feta and crumble it yourself — pre-crumbled feta is drier and less creamy.
  • Cold watermelon is essential — room-temperature watermelon makes the salad watery.
  • Add the dressing right before serving to prevent the watermelon from weeping excess juice.
  • Balsamic glaze (thick and syrupy) is different from balsamic vinegar — don't substitute.

Frequently Asked Questions

Assemble it max 30 minutes ahead. Cut watermelon can be refrigerated, but add dressing and mint only right before serving.
Arugula, cucumber slices, toasted pumpkin seeds, prosciutto, or avocado all work beautifully with these flavors.
Yes — watermelon is 92% water, low calorie, and rich in lycopene. Feta adds protein and calcium. It's one of the most nutritious summer salads.
Fresh goat cheese or ricotta salata work as substitutes, but feta's saltiness and tang is the perfect contrast to sweet watermelon.

Nutrition Per Serving

145
Calories
5g
Protein
18g
Carbs
7g
Fat
1g
Fiber
14g
Sugar
380mg
Sodium
4g
Sat. Fat