Watermelon Salad with Cheese and Mint
On a hot summer day, this cold salad is refreshing and flavorful, a blend of fresh mint with the sweet earthiness of the melon and just a bit of saltiness from the cheese. It comes together in minutes and is easy to adjust based on the ingredients you have on hand or ready to harvest in the garden. When I am looking for ways to put fresh basil to use, I often use it in this salad instead of mint. <hr>I like to keep this salad simple, but you can dress it up if you prefer. When I have different colors of watermelon, I like to mix them for a beautiful and colorful salad. You can add a splash of lime juice, a drizzle of olive oil, and a pinch of salt if you’d like a savory salad. If you prefer a sweeter salad, or if your watermelon isn’t as flavorful as you would like, a drizzle of honey is a delicious addition.
Servings: 4
Ingredients
- 4 cups watermelon , cut into bite-sized cubes
- ½ cup crumbled cheese (I use ricotta salata or feta)
- ¼ cup mint leaves , torn or chopped
Instructions
- Arrange the watermelon on a large plate or bowl. Top with the crumbled cheese and mint. You can serve as is or toss the ingredients if you prefer.
- This salad can be prepared ahead of time and keep chilled in the refrigerator until you are ready to serve.