Watermelon and Feta Salad with Mint

Prep ingredients ahead, but toss close to serving.

Mint and basil work especially well.

Yes. They are optional for color and sweetness.

Use cold watermelon and dress right before serving.

Chicken, shrimp, fish, steak, or lamb all pair well.

Yes, use a small drizzle if you want a sweeter finish.

Block feta usually has better texture than very dry crumbles.

Cold watermelon feta salad with mint, cucumber, blueberries, basil, lime, olive oil, salt, and pepper.

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4 cups cold seedless watermelon, cubed

1 cup cucumber, sliced or diced

1/2 cup feta cheese, crumbled or cubed

1/2 cup blueberries, optional

2 tablespoons fresh mint, chopped

1 tablespoon fresh basil, chopped

1 tablespoon lime juice

1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil

Salt and black pepper, to taste

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Add cold watermelon, cucumber, feta, blueberries, mint, and basil to a large bowl.
Drizzle with lime juice and olive oil.
Season lightly with salt and black pepper.
Toss gently so the watermelon stays intact.
Taste and adjust lime or salt.
Serve immediately.

Toss close to serving because watermelon releases juice after dressing.