Gluten-Free Watermelon Feta Salad
By the Gluten Free Recipes team ·
This refreshing salad bursts with the sweet juiciness of ripe watermelon, complemented by the salty tang of feta cheese and a bright, zesty dressing. It's a perfect balance of cool, crisp textures and vibrant flavors, ideal for a light lunch or a stunning side dish.
At a glance: This easy salads and sides recipe yields 4 servings in about 20 minutes (10 min prep, 10 min cook). It uses 9 ingredients — including seedless watermelon, feta cheese, red onion — and walks through 5 steps. Updated . Browse more salads and sides recipes or return to all gluten-free recipes.
Cross-Contamination Warning for Gluten-Free Watermelon Feta Salad: When preparing this salads and sides recipe, always verify that all ingredients, especially packaged and processed items like feta cheese, are certified gluten-free. Be mindful of shared utensils and cutting boards that may have come into contact with gluten In a shared kitchen, avoid porous materials — wooden spoons, wooden cutting boards, and scratched non-stick pans can harbor gluten proteins even after washing. Prefer glass, metal, or silicone tools.
Gluten-Free Notes for Gluten-Free Watermelon Feta Salad: This recipe is naturally gluten-free, relying on fresh produce and dairy. Always ensure any processed ingredients like feta cheese are certified gluten-free to avoid cross-contamination with gluten-containing grains.
Ingredients
- 4 cups seedless watermelon, cubed
- 1 cup feta cheese, crumbled
- 0.5 cup red onion, thinly sliced
- 0.25 cup fresh mint leaves, chopped
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 1 tbsp lime juice
- 1 tsp honey or agave nectar
- 0.5 tsp salt
- 0.25 tsp black pepper
Instructions
- 1
In a large mixing bowl, gently combine the cubed seedless watermelon, crumbled feta cheese, and thinly sliced red onion. Ensure the watermelon cubes are still firm and not mushy.
- 2
In a small bowl, whisk together the extra virgin olive oil, fresh lime juice, honey or agave nectar, salt, and black pepper until well emulsified. This will create a light and zesty dressing, about 1-2 minutes of whisking.
- 3
Pour the prepared dressing over the watermelon and feta mixture. Add the chopped fresh mint leaves to the bowl, which will add a fragrant aroma.
- 4
Gently toss all the ingredients together to evenly coat everything with the dressing. Be careful not to overmix, as this could break down the watermelon. Toss for about 30-60 seconds until everything is lightly coated.
- 5
Taste the salad and adjust seasoning if needed, adding more salt, pepper, or lime juice to your preference. Serve immediately for the freshest texture and flavor, or chill for about 10-15 minutes to allow the flavors to meld slightly.
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Tips & Notes
- If substituting olive oil for butter, use about 3/4 the amount (olive oil is 100% fat, butter is ~80%).
- Add feta toward the end of cooking to preserve its creamy texture and tangy flavor.
- Caramelize onions over medium-low heat for 30–45 minutes for a sweet depth; rush at high heat and they'll be bitter.
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