By Grocery List Plus Editorial Staff | Published on June 14, 2026
Serves 6
129 cal · 5 min
Watermelon, Feta, and Mint Salad
Recipe GLPR3dab324547685f
A refreshing Mediterranean-inspired salad featuring sweet watermelon chunks, creamy feta cheese, and aromatic fresh mint, brightened with a simple lemon vinaigrette. This light and naturally gluten-free dish comes together in minutes and pairs beautifully with summer meals.
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Ingredients
2 pounds Seedless watermelon, rind removed and cut into 1-inch chunks
1 tablespoon Lemon juice
4 strips Lemon zest strips, removed with a vegetable peeler
3 tablespoons Extra-virgin olive oil
¼ cup Fresh mint leaves, roughly chopped
4 ounces Arugula leaves (optional)
to taste Kosher salt
to taste Freshly ground black pepper
4 ounces Feta cheese, crumbled or cut into small pieces
Directions
In a small bowl, whisk together the lemon juice and extra-virgin olive oil until well combined.
In a large serving bowl or on a platter, combine the prepared watermelon chunks with the arugula leaves, if using.
Drizzle the lemon-olive oil dressing over the watermelon and arugula, then toss gently to coat evenly.
Scatter the chopped fresh mint leaves and crumbled feta cheese over the salad.
Top with the lemon zest strips, then season to taste with kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper. Serve immediately.
Comments
Every ingredient is standard stock at Harris Teeter, Food Lion, Walmart, or ALDI year-round in Charlotte, with no special trips required. The five-minute claim is honest—this is genuinely assembly with no cooking, though you'll want an extra minute to cube watermelon if you're buying it whole rather than pre-cut. Cost runs about $2.50 per serving, driven mainly by fresh mint and quality feta, both reasonable for a side dish or light lunch. It's a same-night salad that doesn't reheat well once dressed, but the components keep separately and work for meal prep, making it practical for a weeknight or gathering.
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