Best Watermelon Feta And Jalapeno Salad Recipes

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WATERMELON FETA SALAD



Watermelon Feta Salad image

Provided by Anne Burrell

Categories     main-dish

Time 45m

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 6

1/2 medium watermelon, rind removed, cut into 1-inch dice (about 6 cups)
1 cup crumbled feta cheese
1 jalapeno pepper, stem and seeds removed, cut into 1/4-inch dice
Juice and zest of 3 limes
1 bunch mint, leaves picked and cut into chiffonade
10 to 12 basil leaves, cut into chiffonade

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, toss all the ingredients together. Let sit 30 to 60 minutes before serving. This will allow all the flavors to marry together. If you just can't wait and need to eat the salad immediately...I SOOOOO get it!!
  • What a melon!!!

WATERMELON AND FETA SALAD



Watermelon and Feta Salad image

Provided by Michael Symon : Food Network

Categories     side-dish

Time 20m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 clove garlic, minced or grated
1 small Fresno chile or jalapeno pepper, seeded and minced
6 to 9 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil (depending on how acidic you like your salad dressings)
3 tablespoons red wine vinegar
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
1/4 cup finely torn or finely chopped fresh mint
3 cups large diced red seedless watermelon
1/2 cup diced English cucumber
1/4 cup finely sliced scallions
1/2 cup Greek feta cheese, crumbled

Steps:

  • Add the garlic, Fresno, olive oil and vinegar to a glass jar with a lid. Season with salt and pepper, then add the mint. Place the lid on and shake vigorously to combine. Set aside.
  • When ready to serve, combine the watermelon, cucumber and scallions in a large bowl. Dress with the vinaigrette and gently toss to combine. Sprinkle the crumbled feta on top. Serve chilled.

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