Watermelon Blueberry Feta Salad

Summer Sides

Summer is meant for barbecues and picnics, and this watermelon blueberry salad with basil and feta is the perfect side to bring to the party. It’s a celebration of summer fruit and herbs and is so refreshing on a warm day. It’s a quick recipe to put together and packs a tasty punch! I can’t wait to make this all Summer long.

The Supplies

Watermelon Blueberry Salad Ingredients

To make this watermelon blueberry salad, you’ll need the following ingredients:

• Watermelon
• Blueberries
• Fresh Basil
• Fresh mint
• Lime juice
• Lime zest
• Olive oil
• Salt
• Feta

For the exact ingredient amounts, check out the recipe card at the bottom of this page.

Equipment

In order to make this watermelon basil salad, you’ll need the following pieces of equipment:

• Large mixing bowl
• Mixing spoon
• Measuring cups and spoons
• Microplane
• Cutting board and knife
• Serving bowl or plate

Frequent Recipe Questions

Can I make this recipe ahead of time?

• A: This recipe is best served right away! The salt in the dressing will draw out the moisture of the watermelon, making the dressing too watery if made in advance. For best results, make and serve this salad within a couple hours.

Recipe Tips

When you make this watermelon blueberry salad with feta and fresh basil, here are a few tips to make sure it turns out delicious:

• When shopping for feta, look for one that is sold in the brine. The flavor will be so much fresher and the texture will be nice and creamy.
• For one batch of this recipe, the amount of lime juice and lime zest equates to about 1 lime. 

Watermelon Salad Recipe Details

To make this watermelon salad, add diced watermelon and whole blueberries to a large mixing bowl. Sprinkle fresh basil and mint into the bowl over the fruit. Toss to mix everything together.

Next, you’ll create the dressing directly onto the salad. Pour the lime juice and olive oil over the fruit and add the lime zest. Sprinkle a pinch of salt to the bowl. Toss to coat the fruit in the dressing. 

Transfer the salad to a serving plate or bowl. Sprinkle the crumbled feta over the top and garnish with additional basil, if desired. Enjoy at your next barbecue with some other barbecue sides, like Dill Pickle Coleslaw and Elote Potato Salad!

If you make this watermelon blueberry salad, be sure to leave a comment or give this recipe a rating – I can’t wait to hear how it goes. As always, tag me on Instagram, TikTok, or Facebook in your photos. It makes me feel like we’re getting to cook together!

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Watermelon Blueberry Feta Salad

Author: Laura Wilkins Cooking Method: No Heat Cuisine: American Courses: Side Dishes

Difficulty: Beginner Prep Time 20 mins Total Time 20 mins

Servings: 6

Best Season: Summer

Dietary:

G Gluten Free N Nut Free V Vegetarian

Description

Fresh watermelon blueberry salad with fresh basil, mint, and feta and a simple lime dressing. A refreshing side for summer picnics.

Ingredients

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• 1 pound watermelon, cubed
• 1 cup fresh blueberries
• 2 tablespoons fresh basil, chopped, plus more for garnish
• 1 tablespoon fresh mint, chopped
• 2 teaspoons lime zest
• 1 tablespoons lime juice
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• salt, to taste
• 2 ounces feta, crumbled

Instructions

Watermelon Salad Recipe Steps

1. Add diced watermelon and blueberries to a large mixing bowl. Sprinkle the fresh basil and mint into the bowl. Toss to mix the ingredients together.

2. Pour the lime juice, lime zest, and olive oil over the fruit. Add a pinch of salt to the bowl. Toss to coat the fruit in the dressing. 

3. Transfer the salad to a serving plate or bowl. Sprinkle the crumbled feta over the top and garnish with additional basil, if desired. Enjoy!