Cucumbers add a welcome crunch to this refreshing summer salad of cubed watermelon, fresh herbs, and crumbled feta cheese. You can replace the fresh mint with basil if you prefer, or use a combination of both herbs. A personal-sized seedless watermelon is just the right size for this salad, but you can also use a portion of a larger watermelon. Be sure to dress the salad right before serving it to prevent the melon and cucumbers from watering down the vinaigrette.

INGREDIENTS

  • 6 cups (3/4-inch) cubed seedless watermelon from The Shed
  • 3 cups (3/4-inch) chopped cucumber from The Shed
  • 1 (8-oz.) block feta cheese, cut into 3/4-inch cubes (about 2 cups)
  • 1/2 cup red wine vinegar
  • 1/4 cup thinly sliced shallot
  • 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice (from 1 lemon)
  • 1 teaspoon thyme leaves
  • 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 3/4 cup olive oil
  • 1/2 cup torn mint leaves

DIRECTIONS 

Step 1
Combine watermelon, cucumber, and feta in a large bowl; set aside.

Step 2
Combine vinegar, shallot, lemon juice, thyme, salt, and pepper in a medium bowl. Slowly drizzle in oil, and whisk until emulsified. Toss watermelon mixture with 1/2 cup of the dressing. Transfer to a serving platter, and drizzle with remaining dressing. Sprinkle with mint leaves before serving.

 

Credit: Southern Living