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Watermelon Feta Salad

IamMrsG — Wed, 10 Jul 2019 14:33:30 GMT

Variations of this recipe have been shared before in this forum, but I believe it is worth bringing up again for the remainder of the Summer. Other recipes have included greens, e.g., arugula and/or spinach, but I truly don't feel they are either necessary or would be particularly beneficial to the dish.

One of my guests described it as, "light and refreshing," which, since I was serving a heavy (steak) dinner, was exactly what I wanted. On a scale of 1-5, I'd grade this one four stars. It's a keeper.

Watermelon Feta Salad

from delish.com | June 6, 2019

Tips from their test kitchen: We love the saltiness and crumbliness of feta, but if you're not a fan, fresh mozzarella balls or goat cheese would work, too. To take some of the bite out of red onions, soak the slices in water for about 15 minutes.

YIELDS: 4 servings TOTAL PREP TIME: 10 MINS

1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil

2 Tablespoons red wine vinegar

½ teaspoon kosher salt

3 cups cubed seedless watermelon

1 cup medium cucumber, chopped

1 cup crumbled feta

½ cup red onion, thinly sliced

½ cup coarsely chopped mint

Flaky sea salt, for garnish (optional)

In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, red wine vinegar, and salt.

In a large serving bowl, combine watermelon, cucumber, feta, red onion, and mint. Pour over dressing, tossing to combine.

Garnish with more mint and flaky sea salt.

Mrs. G's notes: I am not big on mint, but suggest you do not omit it here. The flavor does contribute to the salad. Use a little less, perhaps, according to your taste for it.

Also, I've read that white balsamic vinegar is acceptable for the vinaigrette.

Re: Watermelon Feta Salad

millieshops — Wed, 10 Jul 2019 14:42:18 GMT

@IamMrsG Perfect salad in many versions now that temps even here in the Northeast are hovering in the high 80's into 90's. Thanks for this version.

Re: Watermelon Feta Salad

JYWilliams — Wed, 10 Jul 2019 15:09:33 GMT

That sounds light and refreshing. And considering the heat index is gonna be over 100 today that would hit the spot.

Re: Watermelon Feta Salad

cherry — Wed, 10 Jul 2019 15:27:01 GMT

I seed the cukes with a spoon first, to eliminate all of the seeds and water. I also add pistachio nuts ,and a drop of honey to the vinaigrette

Re: Watermelon Feta Salad

IamMrsG — Wed, 10 Jul 2019 15:32:49 GMT

@cherry Peeling and seeding cucumbers makes digestion a little easier for folks, so is a good habit to follow whenever they're used. I did so in this salad, but failed to mention it as assumption everybody does it.

I also saw the version of recipe that calls for pistachios and honey.

Re: Watermelon Feta Salad

deepwaterdotter — Wed, 10 Jul 2019 15:39:09 GMT

I replace the chopped cucumber with chopped kalamata olives. Also use about a tsp of sugar in my dressing. I prefer a white wine vinegar in this dish.

Re: Watermelon Feta Salad

cherry — Wed, 10 Jul 2019 18:13:42 GMT

@deepwaterdotter I also add back olives. I don't like feta much ,so, I am going to use mozzarella next time

Re: Watermelon Feta Salad

godi — Wed, 10 Jul 2019 20:59:44 GMT

Thank you @IamMrsG always looking for a new salad for summer.