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Refreshing Watermelon Feta Salad

A classic summer salad that pairs juicy sweet watermelon with salty feta for a refreshing treat.

By Daily Recipes Book· 🌍 Mediterranean· July 16, 2026
Refreshing Watermelon Feta Salad
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Prep
15 minutes
Cook
0 minutes
Total
15 minutes
Serves
4

There is nothing quite like a chilled watermelon salad on a hot day. The combination of sweet melon and tangy feta cheese is a timeless pairing that is perfect for summer picnics and backyard barbecues.

I have been making this salad for over a decade because it is so easy to prepare. Just remember to pick a heavy melon with a nice yellow field spot to ensure it is perfectly ripe and full of juice.

Ingredients

  • 4 cups ripe watermelon, cut into 1 inch cubes
  • 1 block full fat feta cheese, crumbled by hand
  • 1 small handful fresh basil or mint leaves, torn
  • 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
  • A pinch of sea salt
  • Freshly cracked black pepper

Instructions

  1. 1

    Select a ripe watermelon by looking for a yellow patch on the bottom and ensuring it feels heavy for its size.

  2. 2

    Cut the watermelon into consistent 1 inch cubes and discard any seeds if necessary.

  3. 3

    Arrange the watermelon cubes on a large serving platter instead of a deep bowl to keep the salad from sitting in juice.

  4. 4

    Scatter the hand crumbled feta cheese generously over the top of the watermelon.

  5. 5

    Drizzle the olive oil lightly over the salad.

  6. 6

    Sprinkle with a pinch of sea salt and freshly cracked black pepper right before you serve it.

  7. 7

    Top with torn fresh herbs to finish.

💡 Tips

To make this ahead of time, store the cubed watermelon in the fridge and only add the feta and salt right before serving. Serve on a flat platter to prevent the ingredients from sitting in a pool of liquid. If you want a bit of extra brightness, add a squeeze of fresh lime juice just before eating.

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