Strawberry Watermelon Feta & Mint Cucumber Salad Recipe
A refreshingly sweet and hydrating Strawberry, Watermelon, Feta & Mint Cucumber Salad that combines juicy fruits with salty feta and fresh herbs. Perfect for a quick, vibrant side dish or light meal, this salad features a simple balsamic vinaigrette or a creamy lemon poppyseed dressing option that enhances its bright flavors. Easily customizable with additional fruits, greens, or cheeses, it’s an ideal salad to enjoy cold, especially on warm days.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 10 minutes
- Yield: 2 servings 1x
- Category: Salad
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
Salad Ingredients
- 2 cups of sliced organic strawberries
- 2 cups of cubed organic watermelon
- 2 cups of semi-thick cucumber rounds sliced in half
- Handful of fresh mint leaves (basil also works nicely)
- 3/4 cup of crumbled goat’s milk feta
- 1 tsp of sumac
Balsamic Vinaigrette
- Juice of 1 lemon
- 1/3 cup of balsamic vinegar
- Sea salt and coarse black pepper to taste
- 2–3 tablespoons of extra virgin olive oil or avocado oil
Homemade Lemon Poppyseed Dressing (alternative)
- 3 tbsp of raw honey
- 3 tbsp of white vinegar or apple cider vinegar
- 2 tablespoons of extra virgin olive oil
- 1 tbsp of lemon juice
- 3 tbsp of real, full-fat mayo
- 1 tbsp of poppy seeds
- 1/2 cup full-fat Greek yogurt
Instructions
- Prepare ingredients: Slice the strawberries, cube the watermelon, and cut cucumber rounds in half. Pick and rinse fresh mint leaves or basil if using.
- Make dressing: Whisk together the balsamic vinaigrette ingredients—lemon juice, balsamic vinegar, sea salt, black pepper, and olive or avocado oil—or prepare the alternative lemon poppyseed dressing by mixing honey, vinegar, olive oil, lemon juice, mayo, poppy seeds, and Greek yogurt until smooth.
- Toss salad: In a large bowl, combine the strawberries, watermelon, cucumber, fresh herbs, and crumbled feta. Add sumac for a subtle tangy flavor.
- Dress the salad: Pour the dressing of your choice over the salad and gently toss to coat all ingredients evenly. Garnish with extra fresh mint leaves for added freshness.
- Serve cold: Serve the salad immediately for best texture and flavor. If not serving right away, keep the dressing separate and toss just before serving to prevent wilting and fermentation. Enjoy chilled, ideally with a glass of cold rosé.
Notes
- For best freshness, add dressing just before serving if preparing ahead of time.
- Optional add-ins include mango chunks, pickled red onions, raspberries, fresh basil leaves, goat cheese, burrata, mozzarella balls, asparagus, baby spinach, arugula, or massaged kale.
- The salad is versatile and can be customized to taste with different fruits or herbs.
- The sumac adds a nice, subtle lemony tang that enhances the salad’s flavor.
- Eating watermelon and feta together provides a delightful sweet and salty contrast.
Keywords: Strawberry salad, Watermelon salad, Feta cucumber salad, Summer salad, No-cook salad, Refreshing fruit salad, Mint salad
