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Sweet and Salty Greek Watermelon Feta Mint Salad Recipe

July 17, 2013 by Jeanette 19 Comments

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The combination of sweet juicy watermelon, salty feta and bright mint in this simple salad play to all the senses.

Greek Watermelon Mint Feta © Jeanette's Healthy Living

Our family loves to eat, and on special occasions, I use that as an excuse to eat out (it’s nice to get a break from the kitchen every once in a while). We have our favorite tried-and-true restaurants, but I love trying new restaurants and new cuisines, or foods that my kids aren’t as familiar with.

I’ve found that the more variety in cuisines my boys have been exposed to, the more adventurous they are, and the more willing and open minded they are to trying something new the next time (assuming I didn’t lead them wrong).

We’ve ventured out to Venezuelan and Peruvian restaurants that everyone has enjoyed, so I wasn’t too surprised when my kids agreed to try a Greek restaurant. One of my main considerations when choosing a restaurant are making sure there are some healthier options as well as  gluten-free options.

While many American restaurants thrive on menus laden with pasta and pizza, cooked with butter and cream, ethnic restaurants, whether South American or Mediterranean seem to be prepared more simply, without breading, cheese and buttery sauces.

Refreshing Watermelon Feta Mint Salad © Jeanette's Healthy Living
The typical Greek American restaurant in our area serves either diner style food (e.g., eggs, omelettes, burgers, pasta) or pizza, so it was a nice surprise to find an authentic Greek restaurant that served . Although almost everything on the menu looked appealing, we decided to order an assortment of appetizers for the table, along with a Watermelon Feta Mint Salad.

Oftentimes, that’s my favorite way to eat out, just grazing on little bites from the menu – that way everyone gets to try a variety of different dishes – it’s more fun that way.

Greek Watermelon Mint Feta © Jeanette's Healthy Living
When I got home, I couldn’t stop thinking about the sweet, salty, refreshing Watermelon Feta Mint Salad. Here’s my take on this summer salad, super simple and easy to prepare.

Today, I’m participating in Food Network’s Summer Fest where Watermelon is being featured. Please be sure to check out what my fellow foodie friends made this week:

Made by Michelle: Watermelon Basil Lemonade
Dishing: Watermelon Agua Fresca
The Sensitive Epicure: Watermelon with Feta, Mint, Olive Oil and Sea Salt
Napa Farmhouse 1885: Watermelon Popsicles with Mint, Basil and Lime
Red or Green: Spicy Watermelon Salad with Grilled Mahi Mahi
Weelicious: Watermelon Cinnamon Granita
Taste With The Eyes: Watermelon Carpaccio, Blistered Shishito, Mitsuba and Lime
Dishin & Dishes: Summer Mixed Melon Nachos with Mascarpone Cream
Domesticate Me: Sparkling Watermelon Punch & Bowl
Jeanette’s Healthy Living: Sweet and Salty Greek Watermelon Feta Mint Salad
Big Girls, Small Kitchen: Watermelon Vodka Rickey
Devour: Savory Watermelon Recipes
FN Dish: Cool Watermelon Drinks

More Watermelon Salad Recipes:

Watermelon Jicama Cilantro Cotija Salad, Simply Recipes
Watermelon Salad with Arugula, Field Greens, and Feta Cheese, Cooking with Sugar
Grilled Watermelon Salad, Recipe Girl
Watermelon Feta Salad, Two Peas and Their Pod
Watermelon Salad with Kalamata Olives, Cooking Light
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Greek Watermelon Feta Mint Salad

Servings 1

Ingredients

  • 1 cup watermelon balls
  • 1 tablespoon crumbled feta cheese
  • 3 mint leaves julienned
  • 1 wedge lime juiced

Instructions

  1. Combine all ingredients in a bowl.
  2. Serve chilled.
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Comments

  1. Divya Shivaraman says

    July 17, 2013 at 12:10 pm

    Perfectly made…love these fresh cute dumblings

    Reply
  2. Georgia @ The Comfort of Cooking says

    July 17, 2013 at 12:49 pm

    I’ve made a similar salad before, and these flavors combined are just incredible! So fresh, healthy and delicious!

    Reply
    • Jeanette says

      July 17, 2013 at 9:04 pm

      Georgia, the flavor combinations work magically don’t they! This is one of the most refreshing summer salads I’ve had, and has fast become a favorite.

      Reply
  3. Alyssa (Everyday Maven) says

    July 17, 2013 at 12:51 pm

    Love this and that you used a watermelon baller. My mom got me in that habit and while it does take a bit more time, the watermelon balls are so much prettier and more appetizing than big chunks!

    Reply
    • Jeanette says

      July 17, 2013 at 9:05 pm

      The watermelon balls definitely make this a fun salad. It’s one of those old kitchen tools that not too many people seem to use anymore, but I pull it out once in a while for fun!

      Reply
  4. Nadia Doyle says

    July 18, 2013 at 5:55 am

    Nothing better than a nice summery watermelon salad, looks delicious 🙂

    Reply
  5. foodwanderings says

    July 22, 2013 at 1:06 am

    Such a classic. I love your twist on the presentation with the melon baller. Looks super refreshing.

    Reply
  6. alison @ Ingredients, Inc says

    July 22, 2013 at 8:48 am

    I love all of these ingredients! PINNED!

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    • Jeanette says

      July 22, 2013 at 2:45 pm

      Thanks Alison – they do go well together. Hope you’re enjoying the summer!

      Reply
  7. EA-The Spicy RD says

    July 22, 2013 at 10:15 am

    This looks like it will seriously satisfy my watermelon, mint cravings, as of late :-). Love the addition of salty feta, and just ow super easy this is to make!

    Reply
    • Jeanette says

      July 22, 2013 at 2:44 pm

      EA, easy right? And really good. Hope you’re having a great summer!

      Reply
  8. Shelley says

    July 23, 2013 at 12:59 am

    Made it tonight- yum! Such great sweet-salty flavors!

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    • Jeanette says

      August 1, 2013 at 10:03 am

      Shelley, thanks for trying this reipce. So glad you enjoyed the sweet and salty flavors!

      Reply
  9. Kiersten @ Oh My Veggies says

    July 23, 2013 at 8:54 pm

    I love pairing watermelon with salty flavors. This looks like a great salad to bring along to a picnic!

    Reply
    • Jeanette says

      July 26, 2013 at 12:34 am

      Kiersten ~ this definitely reminds me of my childhood when I sprinkled salt on watermelon slices.

      Reply
  10. TidyMom says

    July 24, 2013 at 7:54 am

    As much as I love salt on my watermelon, I’ve never tried something like this!! looks delicious Jeanette!

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    • Jeanette says

      July 26, 2013 at 12:34 am

      Cheryl ~ hope you try this combination. It is really refreshing with the mint!

      Reply
  11. Shaina says

    July 25, 2013 at 1:20 am

    It’s so wonderful to hear of families with similar approaches to food as ours. So often when we go out we end up with a selection of entrees and appetizers for everyone to try. This salad is gorgeous, and I’m adoring all of the seasonal melons right now. I wish summer would carry on forever so I could properly enjoy them all.

    Reply
    • Jeanette says

      July 26, 2013 at 12:36 am

      Shaina, I always love seeing your fresh whole food recipes and get so much inspiration from them. I too savor every seasonal fruit and vegetable I can get my hands on.

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