A fresh blend of cucumber, watermelon, feta, and chili-lime dressing for a bright, refreshing dish.
# What You'll Need:
→ Produce
01 - 3 cups seedless watermelon, cubed
02 - 1 large English cucumber, diced
03 - 1/4 small red onion, thinly sliced
04 - 1 small jalapeño, thinly sliced (optional)
05 - 1/4 cup fresh mint leaves, torn
06 - 1/4 cup fresh cilantro leaves
→ Dairy
07 - 1/3 cup feta cheese, crumbled
→ Dressing
08 - 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
09 - Juice and zest of 1 lime
10 - 1 tablespoon honey or agave syrup
11 - 1/2 teaspoon chili flakes (adjust to taste)
12 - 1/4 teaspoon sea salt
13 - Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
# Step-by-Step Guide:
01 - In a large salad bowl, mix the cubed watermelon, diced cucumber, thinly sliced red onion, jalapeño if used, torn mint, and cilantro until evenly distributed.
02 - Whisk together extra-virgin olive oil, lime juice and zest, honey or agave syrup, chili flakes, sea salt, and black pepper in a small bowl or jar until well emulsified.
03 - Pour the dressing over the assembled salad ingredients and gently toss to coat everything uniformly.
04 - Evenly sprinkle crumbled feta cheese atop the salad for a tangy finish.
05 - Serve immediately to retain crispness, or refrigerate for 10 minutes to enhance refreshment.
