Easy Watermelon Feta Salad
Updated April 07, 2026
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This easy Watermelon Feta Salad is fresh, sweet, salty, and perfect for summer. Made with juicy watermelon, creamy feta, fresh mint, and a touch of red onion, it’s a simple side dish that comes together in minutes. It’s perfect for BBQs, picnics, and potlucks.
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My Easy Watermelon Feta Salad (I Make This All Summer Long)
I make this Watermelon Feta Salad every single summer…and for good reason. It’s one of my all-time favorite easy dishes to take to BBQs, potlucks, and parties because it’s always a hit and takes just minutes to throw together.
When the weather is hot, I crave something light and refreshing, and this salad checks all the boxes. It’s sweet, salty, fresh, and incredibly simple. Plus, I always have fresh mint growing in my garden during the summer, so this recipe is on repeat.
There’s just something about the combination of juicy watermelon, creamy feta, and fresh herbs that feels a little special without any extra effort. It’s the kind of dish that looks beautiful on the table, tastes amazing, and disappears fast.
If you need a go-to summer salad that’s easy, fresh, and guaranteed to impress, this is it. It’s so refreshing!
Ingredients (with Helpful Notes)
You only need a few simple ingredients to make this watermelon feta salad:
- Watermelon: Use a ripe, sweet watermelon for the best flavor. It should be juicy but still hold its shape when cut.
- Feta cheese: Block feta is best. It’s creamier and has better flavor than pre-crumbled feta.
- Fresh mint: Don’t skip this! Fresh mint adds a bright, refreshing flavor that really makes the salad.
- Red onion: Slice it thinly so it adds a little bite without overpowering the salad.
- Balsamic glaze (optional): Adds a sweet, tangy finish. Drizzle lightly just before serving.
Tips for Making the Best Watermelon Feta Salad
- Choose a really good watermelon: Look for one that feels heavy for its size and has a yellow spot, that means it’s ripe and sweet. I also like to use a cold watermelon to make the salad extra crisp and refreshing.
- Use block feta, not crumbled: Block feta is creamier and more flavorful, plus you can crumble it into nice chunks yourself.
- Add the feta last: Gently fold it in at the end so it stays intact and doesn’t get mushy.
- Slice the onion thinly: Thin slices give you just enough bite without overpowering the salad.
- Always use fresh mint: Fresh mint adds a bright, refreshing flavor that makes this salad shine.
- Don’t overdress it: If using balsamic glaze, drizzle lightly right before serving so the watermelon doesn’t get too juicy.
How to Store
- Best enjoyed fresh: This salad is at its best right after it’s made.
- Store leftovers in the fridge: Place in an airtight container and store for up to 1–2 days.
- Expect extra juice: The watermelon will release liquid as it sits, so the salad will become more watery over time.
- Make ahead tip: You can prep the ingredients ahead of time, but wait to assemble until just before serving.
Watermelon Feta Salad
Ingredients
- 6 cups cubed watermelon
- 1/2 red onion, chopped
- 1/2 cup feta cheese
- 1/3 cup fresh mint leaves, chopped
- Balsamic vinegar or balsamic glaze, optional
Instructions
- In a large bowl combine cubed watermelon, red onion, feta, and mint. Stir until ingredients are well combined. Drizzle lightly with balsamic vinegar or glaze, if using. Serve chilled.
Notes
- Use a ripe watermelon: A sweet, juicy watermelon makes all the difference in this simple salad.
- Block feta is best: It has better flavor and texture than pre-crumbled feta. Crumble it yourself for the best results.
- Add the balsamic last: Drizzle right before serving to keep the salad fresh and vibrant.
- Keep it chilled: Serve cold for the most refreshing flavor—perfect for hot summer days.
- Best served fresh: This salad is at its peak right after it’s made. The watermelon will release juice as it sits.
- Make ahead tip: You can prep the ingredients ahead of time, but wait to assemble until just before serving.
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Variations To Try
- Add cucumber: For extra crunch and a refreshing twist.
- Add fruit: Strawberries, blackberries, blueberries, or peach slices make the salad extra sweet and colorful.
- Add avocado: Makes the salad even creamier and more filling.
- Swap the herbs: Try fresh basil instead of mint for a different flavor.
- Add lime juice: A squeeze of lime adds brightness and a citrusy finish.
- Add jalapeño: For a little heat and a sweet-spicy combo.
- Add arugula: Turn it into more of a green salad with a peppery bite.
Serving Suggestions
This salad pairs perfectly with all your favorite summer dishes:
- Grilled chicken, steak, or fish
- Burgers and hot dogs
- Tacos or burrito bowls
- Chicken gyros
- Pasta salad
- BBQ favorites like ribs or pulled pork
It’s the perfect fresh side to balance out richer, savory meals…especially for BBQs, picnics, and warm-weather gatherings.
FAQ
You can prep the ingredients ahead, but wait to combine everything until just before serving for the best texture.
It’s best enjoyed fresh, but leftovers can be stored in the fridge for up to 1–2 days. Just note that the watermelon will release more juice over time.
You can, but block feta is highly recommended for the best texture and flavor.
This salad is easy to customize! Try adding cucumber, strawberries, avocado, basil, or even a squeeze of lime juice.
More Summer Salad Recipes
- Avocado Corn Salad
- Easy Cucumber Salad
- Strawberry Watermelon Cucumber Salad
- Caprese Salad
- Watermelon Avocado Spinach Salad
- Peach Cucumber Salad
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We had a salad like this at our blogger meet up in Boston- it was incredible! They sliced the feta and sat it on top of chunks of watermelon- amazingness. I’ve been craving it ever since
We did a salad like this last summer & were instantly won over, thanks for reminding me I need to make it again
Maria
I got an email from your gmail account that looks like someone has hacked your account. The email claims you are in trapped Madrid Spain and asks for money. You should go check your gmail account and reset your password right away.
Lynn
I have to admit it doesn’t sound like something I would ever try. But I love all the ingredients as seperate entities so maybe……We have several watermelons in our garden that are almost ripe!
I’m going to try this today for lunch.
Wondering if there are any good desserts with feta? It might be interesting.
What a bummer about your email address!!
I made a similar version of this and loved it. So fun to try watermelon in new ways. I’ll try with mint instead of basil next time!
i also got the email. sorry you got hacked! that stinks!!
Watermelon and feta…interesting combination. I would have never thought of combining these two foods. Now I will have to give it a try.
This looks so fresh and delicious. Nothing better than watermelon in the summer!
This looks icy cool and refreshing. I love the combination – it’s perfect for a hot summer evening. I hope you are having a great day. Blessings…Mary
I’m so sorry to hear about the email Maria! Ugh people suck.
But this watermelon salad…fabulous! I love feta and melon!
How fresh and fabulous! I never would have thought to put watermelon and feta together!
Watermelon and feta is one of the best new-to-me combinations i’ve discovered in the past year. Not sure why, but it works! I really hope you’re able to get your gmail back up and running soon – it’s so unsettling when things happen.
It’s so hard to get hold of watermelons here! I miss it, so refreshing!
This salad looks so refreshing!
I have yet to try watermelon and feta…saw the same recipe in Real Simple! Looks so refreshing!
This salad looks so tasty and refreshing!!! Love the contrast of salty and sweet.
Never thought to add feta cheese to watermelon. I will have to make this!
This is my favorite in summer. Mint is a great addition.
I love watermelon and feta so I know this salad would make me happy. It looks beautiful too.
I love watermelon and feta together, fantastic summer salad!
Glad to hear that you are sorting through this tragedy. Such a complete hassle. Your watermelon salad is a interesting & I bet very tasty. xo
Love watermelon and feta together. Delicious! I hope everything gets resolved. So sorry you had to go through that.
One of my very favorite feta combinations!! It’s so simple, but so delicious. And yours looks so pretty 🙂
Lovely, fresh salad! Mint really lights up the flavor of watermelon. I hope your hacking problems are getting solved. I’m so sorry that happened to you!
I’m sorry about your email. It seems this beautiful salad made up for the headache. Delicious!
Oh my, your salad looks great! I love it! Thanks for sharing, I might actually prepare this one for tonight, we have watermelons. Yay! I wanna share this to my friends in Foodista too, if you don’t mind? Just add the foodista widget for watermelon at the end of this post, and that should do it. The widget will direct readers to your post when they go looking for watermelon recipes 😀 Thanks and keep on posting, Cheers, Amy from Australia xx
A friend told me about watermelon feta salad last week and I have been thinking about it ever since. I just would never think of using watermelon like that, but it sounds so delicious! So glad to have this recipe!
when i see watermelon paired with cheese, i always think of sam from top chef. so thanks for that. 🙂
so refreshing! i love this!
We love this salad served over a bed of arugula with a tiny drizzle of balsamic vinegar reduction.
I love this type of salad, especially during the summer! This one is beautiful and sounds refreshing! Grrrrrrrr….I hate hackers!
I’m still craving those rocky ledge bars!
I can see how this would be so good. The saltiness of the feta brings out the watermelon taste. I just made a watermelon sorbet with lime that was so refreshing.
I actually made a salad similar to this last summer. Feta and watermelon are SO good with each other–who knew!
I love watermelon too. I buy those little baby guys and between my boys and me, they are gone within a day. Time to step up and buy a big one! I first made a salad like this two years ago (I add arugula) and couldn’t believe how well the flavors work together. Yum!
Everyoneeeeeee is talking about mixing feta with watermelon!!! I’ve never heard that and thats brilliant! Love Feta! monica78k@hotmail.com
We recently did a watermelon salad when we had to use some leftover watermelon. It is so refreshing for these hots days we have been having lately.
I can’t wait to try this!
Firstly, I want to save that I like the clean look of your site. Secondly, great photography and an adorable logo!!! And the recipe is really sweet – I may have to try it soon. I too made a watermelon recently – here is the recipe for you: Chile-Roasted Feta and Watermelon Slab http://cuceesprouts.com/2010/10/chile-roasted-feta-and-watermelon-slab/
I like feta/watermelon combination. I used sheep feta in my recipe – yum! Chile-Roasted Feta and Watermelon Slab http://cuceesprouts.com/2010/10/chile-roasted-feta-and-watermelon-slab/
hello, just found this recipe and it reminded me of home. Eating watermelons with feta cheese is common in Turkey (or at the southern parts) Our favorite dish (for lunch) during those hot summers. I will try adding some fresh mint next time like you did. 🙂
I’ve been seeing this a lot lately.. I’m not a huge feta cheese fan but it sure does look good!
Wow this is gonna great!!
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This was a lovely salad. I tasted something similar at a wedding reception several years ago and have been looking for a recipe ever since. Some of the family thought the flavors were a little strong (probably from the Feta cheese) but I loved it and will be making it again.
So glad you loved it!
Your website has so many ads I can’t even see the recipe on mobile.
Deliciously refreshing. I add a little salt and pepper too.
I love this concoction of chilled watermelon and crumbly feta. Everyone loves to have watermelon in the summer. But having only watermelon is boring, but adding feta to it make a perfect salad for the summer. I have also tried one of this kind salad recipe. You can check this recipe at my food blog Tasha’s Artisan Foods. I hope you will like it and get more interesting recipes there.
Are you seriously redirecting ppl to your site on someone else’s site recipe?? What a crappy thing to do. I hope no one follows. Shame on you!
This is a winner!
Easy to make, very refreshing, and delicious!
A summer favorite!
Looks great but pls include the # of servings in your recipes. TY
I LOVE WATERMELON SO THESE RECIPES HELP ME MIX MY WATERMELON WITH DIFFERENT THINGS THANK YOU LOVING IT
I am glad you are loving this salad.
Can this be made the night before or will it get soggy?
You can cut the watermelon, but I would wait to do the rest day of for ultimate freshness.
Delish!!
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I make this time and time again and I love it!!
It’s a summer staple!
This was easy to make, different, and delicious. I don’t like to cook but it was so easy!!
A summer staple!
Excellent! I splashed a few T of white Balsamic “to taste” and it was perfect as a dressing. I forgot the top about adding non-chopped mint just before serving, and I agree that it would make for a better appearance. I received many compliments from guests at the graduation party that I took it to!
Thank you
Perfect!
I can’t believe how delicious this salad is!! I was skeptical at first- onions and watermelon?! What? But it is soooo good. Thanks for the recipe, Maria
So easy too!
Insanely delicious & so, so simple. I opted not to use any vinegar. Don’t skimp on the mint & slice your onions paper thin. Will make this all summer long. Thank you, Maria!
Fresh mint is SO good!
I used Goat Cheese and it was great!
Yum!
so very yummy thank you !
You are welcome.
Delicious !
Thank you!
Hi Maria what is your favorite local spot to purchase watermelon? Thank you! Jan
The downtown farmers market when Green River melons are in season!
Love love this. I made it last year my husband and I just absolutely loved it. I lost the recipe so I was searching the Internet & finally came across this (your) recipe again. Thank you!!!
I am glad you found it and loved it!
Great recipe, I didn’t have mint so I used Thai Basil. It tasted great
Can you use pickled red onions in this salad or not?
Yes!