Vegan Lime-Dressed Watermelon Feta Salad

Total time15 min

Prep time15 min

Cook time0 min

Vegan Lime-Dressed Watermelon Feta Salad

Juicy watermelon cubes and crisp cucumber half-moons come together in this refreshing summer salad, tossed with paper-thin red onion for a little bite. The dressing is simple and bright — good olive oil whisked with fresh lime juice, black pepper, and flaky sea salt — coating every piece without weighing it down. Torn mint leaves add a cool, herbaceous lift, and a scatter of crushed red pepper flakes brings a gentle warmth if you want it. It all comes together in minutes with barely any chopping and zero cooking, making it an easy make-ahead side for a hot day. This one's a natural fit for a plant-based table, light enough to serve alongside anything on the grill. Serve it right away while the watermelon is still cold and the flavors are at their freshest.

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Ingredients

4 servings

6 cups seedless watermelon, cut into 1-inch cubes
1 english cucumber, halved lengthwise and sliced into half-moons
4 oz feta cheese, crumbled
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¼ cup fresh mint leaves, torn
¼ small red onion, very thinly sliced
3 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil
2 tbsp fresh lime juice (from about 1 lime)
¼ tsp ground black pepper
¼ tsp flaky sea salt, or to taste
¼ tsp crushed red pepper flakes (optional)

Instructions

1
In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lime juice, black pepper, and salt until combined.
2
Add the watermelon cubes, cucumber, and red onion to a large mixing bowl. Drizzle the dressing over the top and toss gently until everything is lightly coated.

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