Summer Watermelon Salad with Basil & Feta

Watermelon salad with feta, basil, and flaky sea salt in a large white bowl with brown serving spoon,

5 from 6 reviews

Summer Watermelon Salad with Basil & Feta

When watermelon is at its peak, this is the salad I make on repeat. Sweet melon, briny feta, and fragrant basil are finished with olive oil and flaky sea salt for a dish that’s fresh, vibrant, and ready in minutes. My go-to summer cookout side dish!

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Course: Salad

Cuisine: American

Diet: Gluten Free, Vegetarian

Keyword: chef-tested salad, easy summer cookout recipe, elevated salad recipe, summer salad, summer side dish, watermelon salad

Servings: servings

Calories: 148kcal

Author: Ari Laing

Equipment

Mixing bowl

Ingredients

½ medium watermelon, (about ~5-6 cups), cut into ½" cubes
2 oz feta cheese, crumbled, plus more for garnish
1 Tbsp fresh basil, thinly sliced
½ Tbsp extra virgin olive oil
1 tsp flaky sea salt
⅛ tsp freshly ground black pepper

Instructions

Assemble and toss shortly before serving. Combine all ingredients in a large bowl, then gently toss to combine. Taste and adjust seasonings as needed. When ready to serve, garnish with a little extra feta cheese and flaky sea salt on top.

Notes

I do not recommend making this salad more than 1-2 hours in advance. The longer the watermelon sits with sea salt on it, the more water is drawn out. No one wants a soggy salad. Best enjoyed on the first day.

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