This watermelon feta salad with mint is one of the easiest summer side dishes you can make. Sweet watermelon, salty feta, and fresh mint come together in minutes for a refreshing salad that’s perfect for BBQs, potlucks, and hot summer nights.
And if you like a little extra peppery flavor, you can also serve this salad over a bed of fresh arugula.
Ingredients
- seedless watermelon (cubed)
- feta cheese
- fresh mint
- lime juice or lemon juice
- olive oil
- optional: arugula
How to Pick a Sweet Watermelon
Quick tips:
- heavy for its size
- yellow field spot
- dull skin
Can You Make Watermelon Feta Salad Ahead?
This summer salad is best made shortly before serving but can be prepped 1–2 hours ahead.
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Recipe

Arugula, Watermelon & Feta Summer Salad
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Ingredients
- 4 cups fresh cubed watermelon
- ⅓ cup thinly sliced red onion
- 2 Tablespoons chopped fresh mint
- 4 ounces crumbled feta cheese
- 5 ounces package arugula
- 2 ounces store bought lemon Vinaigrette
Instructions
- Add all ingredients in a large bowl and gently combine.
Notes
Nutrition
This Farm Girl Cooks is not a dietician or nutritionist, and any nutritional information shared is an estimate. Calories and other nutritional values vary depending on which brands were used.




