My friend made this salad for my going away/already gone party in Columbus, and it was delicious! It is so light and refreshing and has so many different surprising flavors (I would never think to pair feta cheese and watermelon, but it works!). This is a great summer dish.
Original recipe here
1 7-8 lb. seedless watermelon
1/4 cup olive oil
Juice from 2 limes
3/4 tsp salt
1 cup chopped mint leaves
1 1/2 cups crumbled feta cheese
Chop watermelon into 1-inch cubes. Drain the excess juice.
Whisk together olive oil, lime juice, salt, and pepper to create the dressing. Pour dressing and mint over the watermelon and toss gently. Mix the crumbled feta cheese in to the salad.
This is best if served within an hour of preparing.
This looks yummy! I'm all about the watermelon these days (something about 102 degree weather that makes me avoid cooking...)
ReplyDeleteFor those who like the watermelon/feta salad combination (I do), Annie's Eats also has one that is similar but with the addition of quinoa. It makes a great summer lunch or snack - the quinoa adds protein and makes it filling enough, but it's still light. Search for it on her site - Quinoa Salad with Watermelon and Feta.
Ooh that sounds great! Here's the link for those who are lazy like me: http://www.annies-eats.com/2012/06/20/quinoa-salad-with-watermelon-and-feta/
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