Description
Celebrate summer with this vibrant Juneteenth watermelon salad, a refreshing blend of sweet, juicy watermelon, crisp cucumber, and creamy feta cheese. Zingy lime juice and aromatic mint elevate this dish into a delightful side that embodies community and heritage. Perfect for your next barbecue or picnic, this easy-to-make salad will be the star of your gathering. Enjoy every colorful bite as you savor the flavors of freedom and togetherness!
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 cups ripe seedless watermelon, cubed
- 1 cup English cucumber, sliced
- 1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese
- 1/4 cup fresh mint leaves, chopped
- 2 tbsp freshly squeezed lime juice
- 1 tbsp honey (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare the watermelon by cutting it into bite-sized cubes.
- Slice the cucumber into thin rounds or half-moons.
- In a large bowl, combine watermelon, cucumber, and feta cheese.
- Add chopped mint leaves for freshness.
- Squeeze lime juice over the mixture and drizzle honey if desired.
- Toss gently to combine and serve chilled.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: No Cook
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 100
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 10mg
Keywords: - For added creaminess, substitute feta with goat cheese. - Include diced avocado for extra richness or jalapeño for a spicy kick. - To maintain freshness, dress the salad just before serving.