Greek-Style Watermelon Salad: A Bold Twist on a Summer Classic
There’s nothing like a ripe, juicy watermelon to mark the height of summer. But instead of slicing it into wedges and calling it a day, we’re giving it the Greek treatment. This salad is all about contrast — sweet watermelon, sharp red onions, briny olives, salty feta, and fresh herbs, all tied together with a drizzle of olive oil and a splash of balsamic.
Greek flavors are naturally bold, and this dish doesn’t hold back. The watermelon holds its own with its dense, hydrating bite. The red onion brings a bit of edge, while the olives add that unmistakable brininess you expect in any Greek dish. Then the herbs come in — oregano for that earthy hit and basil for a fresh lift. It’s not subtle, and it’s not supposed to be.
What pulls it all together is the balance. The olive oil and balsamic don’t just dress the salad — they unify it. The feta doesn’t just sit on top — it melds into the mix, softening the bite of the onion and adding a creamy texture that cuts through the fruit’s sweetness. Every bite is layered, every ingredient earns its place.
This salad holds up on its own but plays well with grilled meats, seafood, or even just a loaf of crusty bread. It’s a perfect make-ahead dish too — the flavors deepen after an hour in the fridge, making it even better when served cold on a hot day.
It’s not fussy, and it’s not delicate. It’s a punchy, unapologetic celebration of summer ingredients done right. Just the way we like it.
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Greek Watermelon Salad
- Yield: Serves 4-6 1x
Ingredients
- 1 whole round watermelon cut in 1 1/2 inche cubes
- 1/2 julienned red onion
- 18 to 24 Kalamata black olives
- 1 cup crumbled feta cheese
- 12 basil leaves chopped
- 12 mint leaves chopped
- 24 oregano leaves chopped
- 1 tbsp coarse sea salt
- 1/2 tbsp black pepper
- 2 oz balsamic vinegar
- 4 oz extra virgin olive oil
Instructions
- In a large serving bowl toss watermelon, onions, oregano, basil, mint and black olives.
- Pour in your olive oil, balsamic vinegar, salt and pepper the toss gently until incorporated.
- Finish with crumbled feta, give it a final toss and refrigerate for 1 hour.
- Gently re toss and serve.
- Category: salads, sides, recipes
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