Refreshing Watermelon, Feta, and Mint Salad: A Cool and Refreshing Treat

This salad is a refreshing and healthy way to cool down on a hot summer day. The watermelon is sweet and juicy, the feta cheese is salty and tangy, and the mint adds a fresh and herbaceous flavor. The salad is also very easy to make, so it's perfect for a quick and easy weeknight meal.

This salad was inspired by a trip I took to Greece a few years ago. I was staying on the island of Crete, and one day I went for a hike in the mountains. After a few hours of hiking, I came across a small village. I stopped at a taverna for lunch, and I ordered a salad that was made with watermelon, feta cheese, and mint. The salad was so delicious that I asked the chef for the recipe. He was happy to share it with me, and I've been making it ever since.

Prep time: 10 | Cook time: 0 | Serves: 2

Ingredients

• 1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
• 1/2 cup chopped fresh mint
• 1 large watermelon, cut into 1-inch cubes
• 1/2 cup chopped red onion

Instructions

1. In a large bowl, whisk together the feta cheese, olive oil, balsamic vinegar, salt, and pepper.
2. Add the watermelon, red onion, and mint to the bowl and toss to coat.
3. Serve immediately.

Why It Works

• The watermelon is sweet and juicy, and it provides a refreshing contrast to the salty feta cheese.
• The feta cheese is salty and tangy, and it adds a nice depth of flavor to the salad.
• The mint is fresh and herbaceous, and it adds a bright and refreshing flavor to the salad.