Watermelon, Cucumber & Feta Salad with Apricots & Citrus-Honey Dressing
This Watermelon & Feta Salad is the ultimate sweet and savoury combination, perfect for warm days.
The juicy, hydrating watermelon pairs beautifully with crispy cucumber, salty feta and sweet apricots, while fresh mint and lime add brightness and zest.
This Watermelon, Cucumber & Feta Salad with Apricots & Citrus-Honey Dressing is cooling, vibrant, and bursting with flavor, making it the perfect summer dish!
Ingredients
For the Salad
4 cups seedless watermelon, cubed
1 cup cucumber, sliced or diced
1/2 cup feta cheese, crumbled
1/4 small red onion, thinly sliced
1/4 cup dried apricots, chopped
1/4 cup fresh mint leaves, roughly chopped
1/4 cup toasted pine nuts or pistachios (optional, for crunch)
For the Citrus-Honey Dressing
2 tablespoons fresh lime juice (or lemon juice)
1 tablespoon fresh orange juice (for natural sweetness)
1 teaspoon honey (or maple syrup for a vegan option)
1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
1/2 teaspoon grated ginger (optional, for a zesty kick)
1/4 teaspoon sea salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
Prepare the Ingredients: Cube the watermelon and slice the cucumber. Thinly slice the red onion and chop the dried apricots.
Make the Citrus-Honey Dressing: In a small bowl, whisk together lime juice, orange juice, honey, olive oil, grated ginger, salt, and pepper.
Assemble the Salad: In a large bowl, combine the watermelon, cucumber, red onion, feta cheese, apricots, and mint.
Dress the Salad: Drizzle the citrus-honey dressing over the salad and toss gently to combine.
Garnish & Serve: Sprinkle with toasted pine nuts or pistachios for extra crunch. Serve immediately and enjoy!
Variations & Additions
Add Greens – Toss in arugula or spinach for extra nutrients.
Spicy Twist – Sprinkle with a pinch of chili flakes for heat.
Instructions
Watermelon – Hydrating and packed with vitamin C, potassium, and antioxidants.
Cucumber – Refreshing and full of water and fiber, aiding digestion.
Feta Cheese – A source of calcium and probiotics, supporting gut and bone health.
Dried Apricots – Naturally sweet and loaded with iron, fiber, and antioxidants.
Mint – Aids digestion and adds a cooling, refreshing flavour.