Watermelon feta salad always sounds like the perfect summer dish—but most versions I’ve had at restaurants fall a little flat. This one delivers. Inspired by Mediterranean flavors, it combines juicy watermelon, peppery arugula, fresh mint, and creamy feta with a lemon-honey dressing that makes everything pop.
Watermelon Feta Salad Ingredients
Watermelon, arugula, mint, and scallions: Juicy melon, peppery greens, fresh herbs, and mild green onions—this mix is what gives the salad its vibrant, summery flavor.
Feta cheese: Creamy and tangy, it adds a rich and savory contrast to all the freshness. I like to buy feta in a block and crumble it by hand to get nice, uneven chunks in every bite.
Step-By-Step Instructions
In a large bowl, whisk the lemon juice, oil, honey, salt, and pepper until emulsified.
Add the watermelon, arugula, feta, scallion, and mint. Toss the salad until evenly combined, then taste and adjust the seasoning, if necessary.
Transfer the salad to bowls or a serving platter and enjoy!
Watermelon Feta Salad
Serves 4 Prep Time: 15 minutes Total Time: 15 minutes- 2 tablespoons lemon juice, from 1 lemon
- 1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil
- 1 teaspoon honey
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/8 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
- 4 cups 1-inch watermelon cubes, cold
- 2 cups (gently packed) arugula
- 3/4 cup crumbled feta cheese
- 1 scallion, light and dark green parts, thinly sliced
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh mint leaves
Nutrition Information
Calories: 253kcal, Carbohydrates: 16g, Protein: 5g, Fat: 20g, Saturated Fat: 6g, Cholesterol: 25mg, Sodium: 472mg, Fiber: 1g, Sugar: 11g
Gluten-Free Adaptable Note
To the best of my knowledge, all of the ingredients used in this recipe are gluten-free or widely available in gluten-free versions. There is hidden gluten in many foods; if you’re following a gluten-free diet or cooking for someone with gluten allergies, always read the labels of your ingredients to verify that they are gluten-free.
