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Watermelon, Cucumber, and Feta Salad

This salad combines diced watermelon and cucumber with crumbled feta cheese, using minimal preparation methods such as chopping and mixing. The final dish features a vibrant, refreshing appearance with a mix of juicy, crisp, and crumbly textures, creating a balance of sweet, vegetal, and salty flavors.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Servings: 4
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method

Ingredients
  

  • 2 cups watermelon, cubed seedless, diced into bite-sized pieces
  • 1 medium cucumber, diced peeled and chopped
  • 1/2 cup feta cheese, crumbled preferably salty and mild
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil optional, for drizzling
  • to taste Salt and pepper for seasoning

Equipment

  • Chef's knife
  • Cutting board
  • Mixing bowl
  • Spoon or Salad Tossers
  • Serving Plate

Method
 

  1. Use the chef's knife and cutting board to dice the watermelon into small cubes, ensuring even size for consistent texture visually and in each bite.
    2 cups watermelon, cubed
  2. Peel the cucumber using a vegetable peeler or knife, then chop into small, uniform pieces resembling the size of the watermelon cubes.
    1 medium cucumber, diced
  3. Transfer the diced watermelon and cucumber into a large mixing bowl, keeping the ingredients separate until combined.
    2 cups watermelon, cubed, 1 medium cucumber, diced
  4. Crumb the feta cheese using your hands or a fork, then sprinkle evenly over the chopped fruits in the bowl.
    1/2 cup feta cheese, crumbled
  5. Drizzle the olive oil over the mixture, then season with salt and pepper to taste. Gently toss all ingredients with a spoon or salad tongs until well combined, ensuring the feta and seasonings are evenly distributed.
    1 tablespoon olive oil, to taste Salt and pepper
  6. Transfer the mixed salad onto a serving plate or bowl, and serve immediately to enjoy the vibrant colors and fresh textures.