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Fresh Spicy Watermelon Cucumber Salad Recipe with Feta and Mint

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A refreshing summer salad that balances sweet watermelon, crisp cucumber, spicy chili flakes, creamy feta, and fresh mint for a lively and simple dish perfect for hot days.

Ingredients

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  • 3 cups watermelon, cut into bite-sized cubes (seedless preferred)
  • 2 medium cucumbers, peeled and diced
  • 1 cup feta cheese, crumbled
  • 1/4 cup fresh mint leaves, roughly chopped
  • 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
  • 1 teaspoon honey or agave syrup (optional)
  • 1/4 teaspoon red chili flakes
  • Salt, to taste
  • Freshly ground black pepper, to taste

Instructions

  1. Rinse the cucumbers and watermelon. Peel the cucumbers if needed, then dice them into bite-sized pieces about 1/2-inch cubes. Cut the watermelon into similar-sized cubes.
  2. Rinse the mint leaves and pat dry. Stack the leaves, roll tightly, and thinly slice or roughly chop to make about 1/4 cup loosely packed leaves.
  3. In a small bowl or jar, combine olive oil, lime juice, honey (if using), red chili flakes, salt, and black pepper. Whisk or shake vigorously until well combined.
  4. In a medium bowl, gently toss together the watermelon, cucumber, and mint. Add the crumbled feta cheese last to avoid breaking it up too much.
  5. Drizzle the dressing over the salad and toss lightly to coat everything evenly. Be gentle to keep feta chunks intact.
  6. Taste and adjust seasoning if needed, adding more salt, lime juice, or chili flakes to preference.
  7. Cover the salad and chill in the fridge for 15-20 minutes before serving to let flavors meld and keep it cool.

Notes

Use block feta for better texture. Adjust chili flakes to control heat. Peel cucumbers if skin is thick or waxed. Chill salad before serving for best flavor. Store dressing separately if making ahead.

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Keywords: watermelon salad, cucumber salad, summer salad, spicy salad, feta salad, mint salad, refreshing salad, healthy salad

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