Fresh Watermelon Feta Mint Salad Recipe with Easy Balsamic Glaze
A refreshing summer salad combining sweet watermelon, creamy feta, fresh mint, and a tangy homemade balsamic glaze. Perfect for warm days and gatherings.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Salad
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 cups fresh watermelon, cubed (seedless if possible)
- 1 cup crumbled feta cheese
- 1/4 cup fresh mint leaves, roughly chopped
- 1/4 small red onion, thinly sliced (optional)
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 1/2 cup balsamic vinegar
- 1 tablespoon honey or maple syrup (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare the Balsamic Glaze: Pour 1/2 cup balsamic vinegar into a medium saucepan over medium heat. Add 1 tablespoon honey or maple syrup if desired. Bring to a simmer and reduce, stirring occasionally, until thick enough to coat the back of a spoon, about 8-10 minutes. Remove from heat and let cool slightly.
- Cut the Watermelon into bite-sized cubes using a sharp knife. Place in a large mixing bowl.
- Thinly slice 1/4 of a small red onion. Optional: soak slices in cold water for 5 minutes and drain to reduce sharpness.
- Add crumbled feta, chopped mint, sliced onion, and olive oil to the watermelon. Gently toss to combine without breaking the watermelon cubes.
- Drizzle the balsamic glaze over the salad just before serving and toss gently to mix.
Notes
Use ripe watermelon for best flavor. Add glaze last to avoid soggy watermelon. Soaking onion slices reduces sharpness. For vegan option, substitute feta with plant-based cheese and honey with maple syrup. Chilling watermelon before tossing enhances freshness. Optional additions include toasted pine nuts or sunflower seeds for crunch.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: About 1 cup
- Calories: 130
- Fat: 7
- Carbohydrates: 15
- Fiber: 1
- Protein: 5
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