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Strawberry, Watermelon, Feta & Mint Cucumber Salad

Strawberry, watermelon, feta & mint cucumber salad is a quick 15-minute summer salad with juicy fruit, crisp cucumber, and salty feta. A honey-lime dressing emulsified with olive oil keeps every bite balanced and refreshing.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
chill 5 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Lunch, Side Dish
Cuisine: American
Calories: 270
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Salad
  • 3 cup seedless watermelon
  • 1 cup fresh strawberries
  • 1 English cucumber
  • 0.5 cup crumbled feta cheese
  • 0.25 cup fresh mint leaves
Honey-Lime Dressing
  • 2 tbsp fresh lime juice about 1 lime
  • 1 tbsp honey
  • 1 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil
  • 0.25 tsp flaky sea salt
  • 0.06 tsp black pepper pinch

Equipment

  • 1 jar

Method
 

Build the salad
  1. Cut the watermelon into 1-inch cubes and place them in a large wide serving bowl (about 1-inch pieces, no finer).
  2. Hull and halve the strawberries, then add them to the bowl so each piece is bite-sized.
  3. Slice the cucumber into half-moons about 1/4-inch thick and add them to the bowl for a crisp texture.
  4. Scatter the crumbled feta over the top so it distributes salty bites throughout the salad.
  5. Tear the fresh mint leaves roughly and distribute them across the salad so the aroma stays fresh.
Make and toss with honey-lime dressing
  1. In a small bowl or jar, whisk together the lime juice, honey, olive oil, flaky sea salt, and black pepper until emulsified (no visible streaks of oil).
  2. Drizzle the dressing over the salad and toss gently using your hands or a large spoon so the watermelon doesn't break apart.
  3. Taste and adjust by adding more lime for brightness, more honey for sweetness, or an extra pinch of flaky salt to finish.
  4. Serve immediately for the freshest crunch, or refrigerate for up to 30 minutes for a chilled version (chill time: 5 minutes).

Notes

For best texture, cube the watermelon and slice the cucumber right before serving so the fruit stays juicy but not watery. Refrigerate in a covered container for up to 30 minutes before serving; freezing is not recommended. For a dairy-light option, use crumbled goat cheese or a feta-style plant-based alternative for a similar tangy, salty finish.