Watermelon Cucumber Feta Salad with Honey-Lime Vinaigrette

I spend all year waiting for watermelon to be perfectly ripe, so this is pretty much always in my fridge from May to August.

Watermelon Cucumber Feta Salad with Honey-Lime Vinaigrette FAQs

Can I use a different type of cucumber?

Yes, English cucumbers or any seedless variety would work well.

Is there a substitute for rice vinegar?

You can use white wine vinegar or apple cider vinegar as a substitute.

How long can I store this salad?

It’s best enjoyed fresh, but you can store it in the fridge for up to 2 days.

Can I make the vinaigrette ahead of time?

Yes, the vinaigrette can be made a day in advance and stored in the fridge.

What can I use instead of feta cheese?

Goat cheese or ricotta salata can be used as alternatives to feta.

Watermelon Cucumber Feta Salad with Honey-Lime Vinaigrette

I spend all year waiting for watermelon to be perfectly ripe, so this is pretty much always in my fridge from May to August.

Print Recipe Pin Recipe

Prep Time 10 minutes mins

Total Time 10 minutes mins

Servings: 6 servings

Course: Salad

Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients

  

• 4 cups cubed watermelon
• 4 Persian cucumbers sliced
• 1/4 small red onion thinly sliced
• 6 oz block feta crumbled
• 1/3 cup fresh mint chopped
• 1/3 cup fresh basil chopped
• 1/4 cup fresh dill chopped
• flaky salt
• black pepper
• 3 tbsp olive oil
• 2 tbsp fresh lime juice
• 1 tbsp rice vinegar
• 1 tbsp honey
• 1 clove garlic grated
• salt

Method

 

1. Soak the red onion in ice cold water for 10 minutes to take the bite off. Drain and pat dry.

1. Whisk together the olive oil, lime juice, rice vinegar, honey, garlic, and salt.

1. Add the watermelon, cucumbers, and red onion to a big bowl. Break the feta over the top in big pieces.

1. Add in the mint, basil, and dill.

1. Pour the dressing over and toss gently. Finish with flaky salt, cracked pepper, and extra herbs before serving.

Notes

• Soaking the red onion in ice water helps to mellow its sharpness.
• For a more intense flavor, let the salad sit for a few minutes before serving to allow the flavors to meld.