Watermelon Blueberry And Feta Salad

Summer just got a whole lot sweeter with this refreshing Watermelon Blueberry and Feta Salad! Combining juicy watermelon, sweet blueberries, tangy feta cheese, and a sprinkle of fresh mint, this salad is the perfect fusion of flavors and textures to delight your taste buds.

Ready Time

20 mins

Yields

10 servings

Ingredients

5 cups diced seedless watermelon, rind removed
1 cup fresh blueberries
1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese
1/4 cup chopped fresh mint leaves
2 tablespoons olive oil
2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
Salt to taste

Instructions

Start by cutting the watermelon into 1-inch cubes and place them in a large bowl. You should end up with around 5 cups of diced watermelon.

In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil and balsamic vinegar until well combined.

Set the dressing aside for now. Add the fresh blueberries to the bowl with the watermelon and gently toss to combine.

Crumble the feta cheese into small pieces and add it to the bowl.

Toss again to distribute the feta evenly. Sprinkle the chopped fresh mint leaves over the top of the salad and toss one more time to combine.

Drizzle the olive oil and balsamic vinegar dressing over the salad and toss to coat.

Season with salt to taste, then cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld. After the salad has chilled, give it a good stir and serve to your group of 10!

Notes

Here are some things to keep in mind when making this refreshing summer salad: For the best flavor, use a ripe seedless watermelon – it will be easier to cube and will yield the right amount of juice.

Don’t overdress the salad, as the watermelon will release more juice as it sits.

You can always add more dressing, but you can’t take it away! Fresh blueberries are a must in this recipe – their sweetness and texture are essential to balancing the flavors.

Feta cheese adds a nice tanginess, so don’t skip it or substitute with another type of cheese.

Crumbling it into small pieces helps it distribute evenly throughout the salad.

Mint adds a bright freshness, but feel free to reduce or omit if you’re not a huge fan.

You can make the dressing ahead of time and store it in the fridge for up to 3 days.

This salad is perfect for hot summer days, picnics, or outdoor gatherings, and can be easily doubled or tripled to feed a larger crowd.