One of my absolute favorite salads every summer is a refreshing Watermelon Feta Salad. It’s the perfect dish to have ready in the fridge, especially after a hot day of gardening or a long walk. This salad not only cools you down but also adds some delicious Yin cooling foods to your body, according to Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM).
Ingredients:
- 4 cups diced watermelon
- 1 cucumber, diced
- 1 cup cubed or crumbled feta cheese
- A handful of fresh mint leaves, chopped
- 2 tablespoons honey
- Juice of 1 lime
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions:
- Prep the Ingredients:
- Dice the watermelon and cucumber into bite-sized pieces.
- Crumble the feta cheese.
- Chop the fresh mint leaves.
- Combine:
- In a large bowl, combine the diced watermelon, cucumber, crumbled feta, and chopped mint.
- Dress:
- In a small bowl, whisk together the honey and lime juice until well combined.
- Drizzle the honey-lime dressing over the salad.
- Season:
- Sprinkle with salt and pepper to taste.
- Toss and Chill:
- Gently toss all the ingredients together until the salad is well mixed.
- Chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before serving to allow the flavors to meld.
This Watermelon Feta Salad is so yummy and incredibly refreshing. The combination of sweet watermelon, crisp cucumber, tangy feta, and fresh mint, all drizzled with honey and lime, creates a burst of flavors that is simply irresistible. Plus, it’s a great way to nourish your body with cooling foods during the hot summer months.
Enjoy this delightful salad as a side dish, a light lunch, or a refreshing snack. Trust me, once you have it ready in your fridge, you’ll find yourself reaching for it again and again!