Refreshing Watermelon and Feta Salad – Perfect Italian Summer Recipe

Try this refreshing Watermelon and Feta Salad, an Italian summer delight.

Insalata di anguria e feta

This Watermelon and Feta Salad is the ultimate Italian summer dish! A quick, refreshing recipe with a unique contrast of flavors: the sweet, juicy watermelon meets the savory and slightly tangy taste of feta cheese.

This tantalizing combination is enhanced with toasted pine nuts and Taggiasca olives, while the aroma of mint adds an extra layer of freshness.

Perfect as a main dish or an original appetizer, this Watermelon and Feta Salad is a light and tasty idea that is prepared in no time, making it ideal for hot summer days.

Explore more savory watermelon recipes for summer:

  • Watermelon Salad
  • Couscous with Watermelon, Feta, and Cherry Tomatoes
  • Summer Watermelon Tabbouleh
  • Watermelon and Goat Cheese Finger Food
  • Chicken and Watermelon Salad

Ingredients

  • 4 cups watermelon, cubed
  • 200g feta cheese, crumbled
  • 2 tablespoons pine nuts, toasted
  • 1/4 cup Taggiasca olives
  • Fresh mint leaves
  • Olive oil, to taste
  • Salt and pepper, to taste

Instructions

  1. Start by cubing the watermelon and placing it in a large salad bowl.
  2. Add the crumbled feta cheese on top of the watermelon.
  3. Sprinkle the toasted pine nuts and Taggiasca olives over the salad.
  4. Garnish with fresh mint leaves.
  5. Drizzle with olive oil and season with salt and pepper to taste.
  6. Toss gently and serve chilled.

Total Time: 15 min

Cuisine: Italian

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