Refreshing Watermelon and Feta Salad with Grilled Shrimp

This refreshing salad is the perfect way to cool down on a hot summer day. The watermelon is sweet and juicy, the feta cheese is salty and tangy, and the shrimp is grilled to perfection. The cucumber, red onion, and cilantro add a nice crunch and freshness to the salad. The dressing is light and tangy, and it brings all of the flavors together perfectly.

This salad was inspired by a trip I took to Greece a few years ago. I was on a small island in the Aegean Sea, and I was looking for a light and refreshing lunch. I found a little taverna that served this salad, and I was immediately hooked. The flavors were so bright and fresh, and it was the perfect way to cool down on a hot summer day. I've been making this salad ever since, and it's always a hit with my friends and family.

Prep time: 15 | Cook time: 10 | Serves: 4

Ingredients

• 2 cups cubed watermelon
• 1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese
• 10 grilled shrimp
• 1/4 cup chopped cucumber
• 1/4 cup chopped red onion
• 1/4 cup chopped cilantro
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper

Instructions

1. In a large bowl, combine the watermelon, feta cheese, shrimp, cucumber, red onion, and cilantro.
2. In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, salt, and pepper.
3. Pour the dressing over the salad and toss to coat.
4. Serve immediately.

Why It Works

• The combination of sweet watermelon, salty feta cheese, and grilled shrimp is a winning combination.
• The cucumber, red onion, and cilantro add a nice crunch and freshness to the salad.
• The dressing is light and tangy, and it brings all of the flavors together perfectly.