Fresh Grilled Watermelon Salad with Feta Easy Summer Recipe with Balsamic Glaze
A refreshing summer salad featuring smoky grilled watermelon, creamy feta cheese, fresh mint, and a tangy balsamic glaze. Ready in under 20 minutes, this salad is perfect for casual gatherings or a light lunch.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 minutes
- Total Time: 16 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Salad
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 cups seedless watermelon, cut into thick slices or cubes
- 1 cup crumbled feta cheese
- A handful of fresh mint leaves, torn or chopped
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 3 tablespoons balsamic glaze
- 1 tablespoon fresh lime juice (optional)
- Salt to taste
- Freshly ground black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your grill or grill pan to medium-high heat (around 400°F or 200°C), about 5-7 minutes.
- Slice the watermelon into 1-inch thick wedges or large cubes and pat dry with paper towels to remove excess moisture.
- Brush each watermelon piece lightly on both sides with olive oil to prevent sticking.
- Grill the watermelon slices for 2-3 minutes per side until grill marks appear and the watermelon is slightly caramelized but still firm.
- Remove the grilled watermelon and let it rest for 5 minutes to allow juices to settle.
- Arrange the grilled watermelon on a serving platter and sprinkle crumbled feta cheese evenly over the top.
- Scatter fresh mint leaves over the salad.
- Drizzle balsamic glaze and fresh lime juice (if using) over the salad.
- Season with salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste.
- Gently toss the salad or leave layered for presentation and serve immediately.
Notes
Dry watermelon slices thoroughly before grilling to avoid steaming and sogginess. Use a hot grill for best caramelization and smoky flavor. If balsamic glaze is too thick, thin with a teaspoon of warm water before drizzling. Season just before serving to maintain texture. For a dairy-free version, substitute feta with marinated tofu or firm cashew cheese.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: About 1 cup per serv
- Calories: 165
- Sugar: 20
- Sodium: 300
- Fat: 9
- Saturated Fat: 3
- Carbohydrates: 22
- Fiber: 1.5
- Protein: 6
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