Patriotic Watermelon Feta Salad
Preparation Time: 15 minutesÂ
Chilling Time: 10-15 minutesÂ
Servings: 6
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 6 1x
- Category: Appetizer, Side Dish, Snack
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 cups watermelon (diced)
- 1 cup feta cheese (vegan)
- 1/4 cup mint leaves (roughly chopped)
- 2 tbsp olive oil (extra virgin)
- 1/4 cup red onion (thinly sliced)
- 1 cup blueberries (fresh)
Instructions
- To begin, prepare the watermelon by cutting it into cubes. For an appealing presentation, consider hollowing out a watermelon and using the rind as a bowl.
- In a large bowl, mix the diced watermelon with the crumbled feta cheese and the chopped red onion, if using. At this stage, incorporate the fresh blueberries for added sweetness.
- Next, drizzle the olive oil over the salad. Gently toss the mixture to combine the ingredients, being careful not to break the watermelon pieces too much.
- Once everything is combined, let the salad chill in the refrigerator for about 10 to 15 minutes. This resting time will allow the flavors to meld together beautifully.
- When ready to serve, you can present the salad in the hollowed-out watermelon or on a large serving platter. Garnish with additional mint leaves as desired.
Notes
For added variety, feel free to include other ingredients like cucumbers for extra crunch, or a squeeze of lime juice for a burst of zesty flavor. For a festive touch, consider arranging the salad to resemble the American flag using blueberries and diced strawberries.