Description
Watermelon Feta Board Salad with Mint, Cucumber, Olives & Chili Lime Herb Drizzle is a fresh no-cook Mediterranean-inspired salad featuring juicy watermelon, crisp cucumber, creamy feta, Kalamata olives, fresh herbs, and a bright chili lime dressing. Ready in just 15 minutes, it’s perfect for summer entertaining, picnics, barbecues, and easy family meals.
Ingredients
For the Salad Base:
4 cups watermelon, cubed
1 cucumber, sliced
½ cup feta cheese, crumbled
½ cup Kalamata olives
¼ small red onion, thinly sliced
¼ cup fresh mint leaves
2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
For the Chili Lime Herb Drizzle:
¼ cup extra-virgin olive oil
2 tbsp fresh lime juice
1 tsp lime zest
1 tsp honey
½ tsp red pepper flakes
½ tsp dried oregano
1 tbsp fresh mint, finely chopped
1 tbsp fresh parsley, finely chopped
1 small garlic clove, minced
Salt and black pepper, to taste
Instructions
Cut the watermelon into bite-sized cubes and slice the cucumber into rounds. Thinly slice the red onion and prepare the fresh mint and parsley. Keep the ingredients chilled until ready to assemble.
In a small bowl, whisk together the extra-virgin olive oil, fresh lime juice, lime zest, honey, red pepper flakes, dried oregano, chopped mint, chopped parsley, minced garlic, salt, and black pepper until well combined.
Arrange the watermelon cubes across a large serving board or platter.
Add the cucumber slices, crumbled feta, Kalamata olives, and thinly sliced red onion. Arrange the ingredients in separate sections for a structured presentation or scatter them naturally across the board.
Scatter the fresh mint leaves and chopped parsley over the salad.
Give the chili lime herb drizzle a quick whisk, then drizzle it generously over the salad board.
Serve immediately while the watermelon and cucumber are fresh and chilled.
Notes
Keep the watermelon and cucumber chilled for the most refreshing result.
Choose a ripe, sweet watermelon for the best contrast with the salty feta and olives.
Add the chili lime drizzle shortly before serving to prevent excess moisture.
Adjust the red pepper flakes according to your preferred level of heat.
Serve immediately after assembling for the best texture.
For extra crunch, add toasted walnuts or pistachios.
- Prep Time: 15 mins
- Cook Time: 0 mins
- Category: Salad, Appetizer, Side Dish
- Method: No Cook
- Cuisine: Mediterranean