Best 3 Watermelon Feta And Olive Salad Recipes

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Cool, refreshing, and bursting with bright flavors, watermelon feta and olive salad is the perfect dish to enjoy on a hot summer day. Made with just a handful of simple ingredients, this salad comes together in a snap and is always a hit at potlucks, picnics, and barbecues. With its sweet, salty, and savory flavor profile, this salad is a delicious way to add a pop of color and flavor to your next meal.

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WATERMELON, FETA, AND BLACK OLIVE SALAD



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Make and share this Watermelon, Feta, and Black Olive Salad recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Papagayita

Categories     Melons

Time 25m

Yield 8-10 , 8-10 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 small red onion
2 -4 limes, depending on juiciness
48 ounces watermelon, flesh- sweet ripe
9 ounces feta cheese
1 bunch flat leaf parsley, chopped (optional)
1 bunch mint, chopped
3 -4 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
4 ounces pitted black olives
black pepper

Steps:

  • Peel and halve the red onion and cut into very fine half-moons and put in a small bowl to steep with juice of two limes (more if they are dried up) to bring out the transparent pinkness in the onions and diminish their "onion-ness.".
  • Remove the rind and seeds (if necessary) from the watermelon, and cut into approximately 1 1/2 inch triangular chunks or use a melon baller. Cut the feta into similar sized pieces and put them both into a large, wide shallow bowl. Add chopped mint, along with sprigs of parsley if desired.
  • Pour onions, along with their juices, over the salad in a bowl, add olive oil and olives, then using your hands toss the salad gently so that the feta and melon don't lose their shape. Add a grinding of black pepper and taste to see whether the dressing needs more lime.

WATERMELON, FETA, ONION AND BLACK OLIVE SALAD



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Yield 8 people

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 (4- to 4 1/2-pound) piece watermelon, preferably seedless
3 large ripe tomatoes, preferably green or orange heirlooms, seeded and cut into 1-inch cubes
1 medium red onion
2-4 limes, depending on amount of juice
4 tablespoons chopped fresh mint
1 bunch fresh flat leaf parsley
3-4 Tbsp. olive oil
100 gm pitted black olives (optional)
250g feta
black pepper

Steps:

  • Peel and halve the red union and cut into very fine half-moons and put in a small bowl to steep with the lime juice for 4-6 hours, to bring out the transparent pinkness in the onion and diminish their rasp. Two limes' worth should do it unless they are not juicy and then you need to add more. Remove the rind and pips from the watermelon and cut into approximately 4cm triangular chunks. Cut the feta and tomatoes into similar sized pieces and put them both into a large, wide shallow bowl. Tear off sprigs of parsley so that is it is used like a salad leaf and add to the bowl along with the chopped mint. Tip the now glowingly puce onions, along with their pink juices over the salad in the bowl, add the oil and olives, then using your hands, toss the salad very gently so that the feta and melon don't lose their shape. Add a good grinding of black pepper and taste to see if the dressing needs more lime. Tip the now glowingly puce onions, along with their pink juices over the salad in the bowl, add the oil and olives, then using your hands, toss the salad very gently so that the feta and melon don't lose their shape. Add a good grinding of black pepper and taste to see if the dressing needs more lime.

WATERMELON, FETA AND OLIVE SALAD



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Categories     Salad     Fruit     Side     Quick & Easy     Healthy

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 8

800g watermelon (peeled, diced & seeded)
250g soft creamy feta cheese
24 pitted black olives
10 mint leaves (thinly sliced)
Finely grated zest of 2 limes
3 tbsps lime juice
60ml extra virgin olive oil
Salt & pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Put the watermelon, feta (break up in your hands so it's crumbly) and olives in a salad bowl. Dressing: put mint, lime juice, lime zest and olive oil in a jar with a lid. Shake it like a Polaroid picture! Or until combined. Pour dressing over the salad, toss gently and season to taste.

Tips:

  • Choose a ripe watermelon: Look for a watermelon that is symmetrical and has a deep, resonant sound when thumped.
  • Cut the watermelon into small cubes: This will make it easier to eat and mix with the other ingredients.
  • Use a variety of olives: Kalamata olives, black olives, and green olives all add different flavors and textures to the salad.
  • Use a good quality feta cheese: Feta cheese should be crumbly and have a slightly salty flavor.
  • Add a splash of lemon juice: Lemon juice helps to brighten the flavors of the salad and prevent the feta cheese from becoming too oily.
  • Serve the salad immediately: This salad is best when served fresh. However, you can make it ahead of time and store it in the refrigerator for up to 2 hours.

Conclusion:

Watermelon feta and olive salad is a refreshing and flavorful salad that is perfect for a summer party or potluck. It is also a healthy salad that is packed with vitamins and minerals. The watermelon provides a good source of hydration and antioxidants, while the feta cheese provides protein and calcium. The olives add a salty and briny flavor to the salad, and the lemon juice helps to brighten the flavors. This salad is sure to be a hit at your next gathering!

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