Refreshing Watermelon and Feta Salad
Brighten up your summer meal with this Refreshing Watermelon and Feta Salad. Combining the sweet juiciness of ripe watermelon with the creamy tanginess of feta cheese, this vibrant dish is both visually stunning and deliciously satisfying. The addition of red onion adds a subtle crunch and sharpness, while black olives and fresh parsley introduce a Mediterranean flair. Perfect as a side dish for picnics or a light appetizer, this salad is both refreshing and packed with flavor.
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Servings
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Calories
10
Ingredients
Ingredients
Extra Virgin Olive Oil
1/4 cup (none)
Fresh Lemon Juice
1 1/2 tablespoons (squeezed from fresh lemons)
Harissa or Hot Sauce
1/2 teaspoon (none)
Salt
to taste (none)
Fresh Ground Pepper
to taste (none)
Seedless Watermelon
1 1/2 lbs (rind removed, sliced 1/4 inch thick)
Red Onion
1/2 small (thinly sliced)
Flat Leaf Parsley
1/4 cup (coarsely chopped)
Pitted Oil-Cured Black Olive
1/4 cup (coarsely chopped)
Feta Cheese
2 ounces (crumbled (about 1/2 cup))
Instructions
1
In a small bowl, whisk together the extra virgin olive oil, fresh lemon juice, and harissa or hot sauce until well incorporated. Season the dressing with salt and freshly ground pepper to taste.
2
On a large serving platter, arrange the sliced watermelon in a decorative pattern. Scatter the thinly sliced red onion, coarsely chopped parsley, and black olives evenly over the watermelon slices.
3
Sprinkle the crumbled feta cheese generously on top of the salad for added flavor and texture.
4
Drizzle the prepared dressing over the entire salad, allowing it to enhance the flavors of the ingredients. Serve immediately and enjoy this refreshing dish!
Nutrition Information
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the name of this watermelon salad?
The recipe is called Refreshing Watermelon and Feta Salad.
What are the primary flavors of this dish?
It combines sweet watermelon with creamy tangy feta, sharp red onion, and Mediterranean notes from olives and parsley.
How much watermelon is required?
You will need 1 1/2 lbs of seedless watermelon.
How should the watermelon be prepared?
The rind should be removed and the fruit sliced 1/4 inch thick.
What kind of cheese is used in this recipe?
Feta cheese is used in this salad.
How much feta cheese is needed?
The recipe calls for 2 ounces of crumbled feta cheese, which is about 1/2 cup.
What type of onion is best for this salad?
Half of a small red onion, thinly sliced, is recommended.
What type of olives are included?
The recipe uses 1/4 cup of pitted oil-cured black olives, coarsely chopped.
What ingredients make up the dressing?
The dressing consists of extra virgin olive oil, fresh lemon juice, harissa or hot sauce, salt, and fresh ground pepper.
How much olive oil is used for the dressing?
You need 1/4 cup of extra virgin olive oil.
What is the quantity of lemon juice required?
The recipe requires 1 1/2 tablespoons of fresh lemon juice.
Does this salad have a spicy element?
Yes, it includes 1/2 teaspoon of harissa or hot sauce for a subtle kick.
What kind of parsley should I use?
Flat leaf parsley is used, coarsely chopped.
How should the salad be arranged?
Arrange the watermelon in a decorative pattern on a platter, then scatter onions, parsley, and olives evenly over the top.
When should the dressing be added?
Drizzle the prepared dressing over the entire salad just before serving.
Should this salad be served cold?
The recipe is described as a refreshing summer dish and should be served immediately once prepared.
Is this recipe considered healthy?
Yes, it is tagged as a healthy recipe.
What are the tags associated with this recipe?
Tags include salad, watermelon, feta, summer recipe, mediterranean, appetizer, refreshing, and healthy.
How many ingredients are in this recipe?
There are 10 total ingredients.
Can I substitute the harissa?
Yes, you can use your preferred hot sauce if harissa is unavailable.
What is the first step in the instructions?
Whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, and harissa in a small bowl and season with salt and pepper.
Is the watermelon seeded or seedless?
The recipe specifies using seedless watermelon.
What provides the crunch in this salad?
The thinly sliced red onion provides a subtle crunch.
What is the best occasion for this dish?
It is perfect for summer picnics or as a light appetizer.
How much parsley is needed?
You will need 1/4 cup of coarsely chopped flat leaf parsley.
Are the olives whole or chopped?
The olives should be coarsely chopped.
How is the feta added to the salad?
It should be sprinkled generously on top for flavor and texture.
Is the lemon juice fresh or bottled?
The recipe specifies fresh lemon juice squeezed from fresh lemons.
What is the texture of the feta?
The feta is described as having a creamy tanginess.
Does the recipe provide nutritional information?
No, the calorie, fat, and protein counts are not specified in the current data.