Cucumber Watermelon Hot Salad (Printable)

Fresh cucumber and watermelon with feta and zesty chili-lime dressing for a light, vibrant 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 crumbled feta cheese

→ 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

# Method:

01 - In a large salad bowl, mix the cubed watermelon, diced cucumber, thinly sliced red onion, jalapeño if using, torn mint leaves, and cilantro leaves.
02 - Whisk together the extra-virgin olive oil, lime juice and zest, honey or agave syrup, chili flakes, sea salt, and freshly ground black pepper until emulsified.
03 - Pour the dressing over the combined produce and gently toss to coat evenly.
04 - Sprinkle crumbled feta cheese evenly over the dressed salad.
05 - Serve immediately, or refrigerate for 10 minutes to enhance refreshment.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Refreshing crisp cucumber and watermelon combo
  • Zesty chili-lime dressing adds vibrant flavor
02 -
  • Contains dairy from feta cheese
  • Adjust chili flakes and jalapeño to preferred spice level
03 -
  • Use fresh herbs for the best flavor
  • Chill ingredients ahead of time for a more refreshing salad
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