Cucumber Watermelon Hot Salad (Printable Version)

Vibrant mix of cucumber, watermelon, feta, and chili-lime dressing for a refreshing bite.

# Ingredient List:

→ 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

# Directions:

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

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Refreshing combination of cucumber and watermelon
  • Zesty chili-lime dressing adds vibrant flavor
02 -
  • This salad contains dairy from feta cheese
  • Adjust chili flakes and jalapeño to match your preferred spice level
03 -
  • Use seedless watermelon to avoid extra seeds in salad
  • Tear mint leaves by hand instead of chopping for better flavor release
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