Description
Smashed Cucumber and Watermelon Feta Salad is the ultimate summer dish, combining crunchy cucumbers, juicy watermelon, and creamy feta cheese for a refreshing flavor explosion. This vibrant salad is perfect for picnics, barbecues, or simply enjoying on a lazy afternoon. With its delightful mix of sweet and savory elements, it’s sure to impress your guests at any gathering. Easy to prepare and beautiful to serve, this recipe captures the essence of summer in every bite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups cucumbers (sliced)
- 4 cups watermelon (cubed)
- 1 cup feta cheese (crumbled)
- ¼ cup fresh mint leaves (chopped)
- 2 tbsp lemon juice (freshly squeezed)
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- Salt and pepper (to taste)
Instructions
- Smash the cucumber slices with your palm until they crack open.
- Cube the watermelon into bite-sized pieces.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine smashed cucumbers and watermelon cubes.
- Add crumbled feta and chopped mint leaves; toss gently.
- Drizzle lemon juice and olive oil over the mixture; season with salt and pepper.
- Mix everything gently until well combined.
- Serve immediately or chill in the fridge for 30 minutes to enhance flavors.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: None
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (200g)
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 15mg