Best 3 Watermelon And Tomato Feta Salad Recipes

Watermelon and tomato feta salad is a refreshing and delicious summer dish that is easy to make and perfect for a potluck or barbecue. It combines the sweetness of watermelon, the tanginess of tomatoes, and the saltiness of feta cheese. The addition of fresh mint or basil adds a pop of flavor, and a drizzle of balsamic vinegar or olive oil ties it all together. This salad is a great way to use up fresh summer produce and is a healthy and satisfying meal or side dish.

Here are our top 3 tried and tested recipes!

WATERMELON AND TOMATO FETA SALAD

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A light and tangy combination of watermelon, tomato and mint creating a delicious combination of sweet, sour and salty flavors. While the melon should be chilled, the other ingredients are their most flavorful at room temperature, so combine the salad just before serving.

Provided by Kim Cook Gillespie

Categories Salad Vegetable Salad Recipes Tomato Salad Recipes

Time 20m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 6

Ingredients

1 (4 pound) chilled seedless watermelon, peeled and cut into 1-inch cubes
3 heirloom tomatoes (preferably green or orange), seeded and cut into 1-inch cubes
1 sweet onion, thinly sliced
3 tablespoons chopped fresh mint
1 cup crumbled feta cheese
1 teaspoon salt

Steps:

Gently toss the watermelon, tomatoes, onion, and mint together in a large bowl; add the feta cheese, season with the salt, and gently toss again to combine.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 135.3 calories, Carbohydrate 21.9 g, Cholesterol 16.7 mg, Fat 4.5 g, Fiber 1.9 g, Protein 4.8 g, SaturatedFat 2.9 g, Sodium 505.7 mg, Sugar 17.1 g

3-INGREDIENT GRILLED WATERMELON, FETA, AND TOMATO SALAD

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Grilling the watermelon adds a savory depth to the fruit, giving this refreshing summer salad much more flavor than you'd imagine from this simple combination.

Provided by Katherine Sacks

Categories 3-Ingredient Recipes Summer Salad Watermelon Feta Tomato Potluck Backyard BBQ Vegetarian Wheat/Gluten-Free Grill Side

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 6

Ingredients

1 tablespoon olive oil, plus more
1 (4-pound) seedless watermelon, rind removed, cut into 1/2"-thick slices
1 teaspoon kosher salt, divided
4 multicolored heirloom tomatoes, thinly sliced
1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper, plus more
6 ounces feta, thinly sliced (about 1 1/4 cups)

Steps:

Prepare a grill for medium-high heat or heat a grill pan or cast-iron skillet over medium-high; oil grate or pan.
Using a 2" diameter ring cutter or thin drinking glass, cut watermelon into circles; you should have 20-22 pieces (reserve scraps for another use). Season watermelon on both sides with 1/2 tsp. salt. Grill watermelon until well charred, about 2 minutes per side. Transfer to a plate and set aside until cool to the touch, about 10 minutes.
Meanwhile, toss tomatoes, 1 Tbsp. oil, 1 tsp. salt, and 1/2 tsp. pepper in a large bowl.
Layer watermelon, tomato mixture, and cheese in alternating layers on a platter, draining any extra liquid from tomatoes before using. Drizzle with oil, season with pepper, and serve.

WATERMELON, TOMATO, AND FETA SALAD

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Categories Salad Vegetarian Wheat/Gluten-Free Watermelon Healthy Raw

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 14

Ingredients

3 small heirloom tomatoes, cut into cubes
2 small cucumbers, peeled, seeded, and cut into cubes
1 lb. (2 cups) seedless watermelon, cut into cubes
8 oz. feta cheese, cubed
1/2 cup pitted black olives, coarsely chopped
1 tsp. finely chopped fresh mint (Reserve extra for garnish, if desired.)
*Torn spinach leaves (optional)
Dressing:
1 Tbsp. aged balsamic vinegar (or red wine vinegar)
2 Tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
1 tsp. honey (or 1 1/2 tsp. granulated sugar)
1 tsp. finely chopped basil
Fine sea salt, to taste
Black pepper, to taste

Steps:

Combine cheese*, spinach*, olives, and mint with cubed ingredients. Dressing: Combine oil, vinegar, honey, salt, pepper, and basil in a small, lidded container. Shake very well to combine ingredients. Drizzle lightly over salad ingredients. (I use little more than half of the dressing.) Stir gently. Refrigerate or serve. May garnish salad lightly with additional chopped mint leaves. *Unless serving immediately, do not add cheese or spinach in advance. Just before serving, mix cheese and spinach into the dressed salad.

Tips:

Make sure to use ripe, juicy tomatoes and watermelon for the best flavor.
For a creamier dressing, use full-fat Greek yogurt instead of regular yogurt.
If you don't have fresh basil, you can use dried basil instead. Just use about 1/4 of the amount of dried basil that you would use fresh.
Feel free to add other ingredients to your salad, such as cucumber, red onion, or feta cheese.
This salad is best served chilled, so make it ahead of time and let it chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before serving.

Conclusion:

This watermelon and tomato feta salad is a refreshing and flavorful salad that is perfect for summer. It is easy to make and can be served as a side dish or main course. The combination of watermelon, tomatoes, feta cheese, and basil is delicious and will surely please everyone at your table.