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Fresh Watermelon Cucumber Feta Salad Recipe with Mint and Tajin

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A quick and refreshing summer side dish combining juicy watermelon, crisp cucumber, creamy feta, fresh mint, and a zesty Tajin seasoning for a perfect balance of sweet, salty, and tangy flavors.

Ingredients

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  • 4 cups watermelon, cubed (seedless or seeds removed)
  • 2 medium cucumbers, peeled and diced
  • 1 cup feta cheese, crumbled
  • 1/4 cup fresh mint, chopped
  • Juice of 1 large lime (about 2 tablespoons)
  • 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
  • 1 to 1 1/2 teaspoons Tajin seasoning
  • Pinch of salt, to taste
  • Freshly ground black pepper, optional

Instructions

  1. Peel and dice cucumbers into 1/2 inch cubes. Cube watermelon into 1/2 to 3/4 inch pieces. Place both in a large mixing bowl.
  2. Chop fresh mint finely, removing thick stems. Add to the bowl with watermelon and cucumber.
  3. In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, lime juice, Tajin seasoning, and salt. Adjust Tajin to taste.
  4. Pour dressing over the watermelon, cucumber, and mint mixture. Toss gently to coat evenly.
  5. Crumble feta cheese over the salad and gently fold it in without mashing.
  6. Add freshly ground black pepper if desired. Let the salad rest at room temperature for about 10 minutes to allow flavors to meld.
  7. Give the salad a final gentle toss before serving. Garnish with extra Tajin and whole mint leaves if desired.

Notes

If watermelon is very juicy, drain excess liquid before adding feta to prevent sogginess. Serve chilled or at cool room temperature for best flavor and texture. Letting the salad rest for 10 minutes enhances flavor melding. Use fresh mint for best taste. Tajin seasoning can be adjusted to spice preference or substituted with chili powder, lime zest, and salt.

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Keywords: watermelon salad, cucumber salad, feta salad, summer salad, refreshing salad, Tajin seasoning, mint salad, easy salad recipe

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