Best Watermelon Feta Salad With Ouzo Dressing Recipes

GREEK-STYLE WATERMELON SALAD

Greek-Style Watermelon Salad image

It's not an immediately obvious combination - watermelon, cucumber, olives and feta - but one bite will leave you convinced that this savory-sweet summer salad is something truly special. The astringent punch of the olives and feta provides a sophisticated counterpoint to the watery mellowness of the melon and cucumber. With a hunk of bread, it's a lovely light lunch; with practically any grilled meat or fish, it's an ideal summer supper.

Provided by Mark Bittman

Categories easy, quick, salads and dressings

Time 5m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 9

Ingredients

3 cups cubed watermelon
2 large ripe tomatoes
1 medium cucumber
1 small red onion
1/3 cup pitted kalamata olives
1/3 cup crumbled feta
Some chopped parsley and mint
Olive oil and red-wine vinegar
Salt and pepper

Steps:

In a large bowl combine 3 cups cubed watermelon; 2 large ripe tomatoes, chopped; 1 medium cucumber, peeled, seeded and chopped; 1 small red onion, sliced; 1/3 cup pitted kalamata olives; 1/3 cup crumbled feta; and some chopped parsley and mint. Drizzle with olive oil and red-wine vinegar, sprinkle with salt and pepper, toss and serve.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 147, UnsaturatedFat 5 grams, Carbohydrate 17 grams, Fat 8 grams, Fiber 3 grams, Protein 4 grams, SaturatedFat 3 grams, Sodium 698 milligrams, Sugar 11 grams

WATERMELON AND FETA SALAD

Watermelon and Feta Salad image

A take on the Mediterranean combination of watermelon and feta, this refreshing zinger of a salad couldn't be more perfect. Unassumingly simple, the sweet melon, salty cheese and fragrant basil reach their peak when doused with white balsamic vinegar and dribbled with fruity olive oil. Rather than building tall, this salad builds wide - so use a large platter for the most dramatic presentation. Vinegared watermelon does not keep its crisp, juicy texture well, so be sure to dress it (and eat it) the moment the last basil leaf falls.

Provided by Eric Kim

Categories dinner, easy, lunch, quick, snack, weeknight, salads and dressings, appetizer, side dish

Time 5m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 7

Ingredients

2 pounds seedless watermelon (without rinds), thinly sliced into large, irregular pieces
2 tablespoons white or red balsamic vinegar
Salt
1 (6-ounce) block Greek feta, thinly sliced into large, irregular pieces
3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
Freshly ground black pepper
Leaves from 1 sprig basil, larger leaves torn

Steps:

On a large platter, arrange the watermelon and douse with the vinegar. Season with salt.
Arrange the feta over the watermelon and drizzle over the olive oil. Season with pepper.
Drop the basil leaves over the watermelon and feta. Serve immediately.

WATERMELON & FETA SALAD WITH OUZO DRESSING

Watermelon & Feta Salad With Ouzo Dressing image

A refreshing and unusual salad, ideal as part of a Mediterranean meal on a hot summer's day. I have posted this along with three other recipes using ouzo, from an article featuring ouzo, in the October 2005 issue of 'Australian Good Taste'. The other three recipes are Recipe #139433, Recipe #139444 & Recipe #139459.

Provided by bluemoon downunder

Categories Melons

Time 15m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

Ingredients

1 1/3 kg seedless watermelon, rind removed, cut into thin wedges
1 cup fresh mint leaves
1/2 red onion, cut into thin wedges
50 g reduced-fat feta cheese, thinly sliced (for Australians, Clover Creek brand recommended)
2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 tablespoon ouzo
salt, to taste
fresh ground pepper, to taste

Steps:

Ouzo Dressing: Whisk together the vinegar, oil and ouzo in a medium-sized jug and season to taste.
Arrange the watermelon, mint, onion and feta on serving plates, drizzle with the ouzo dressing and serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 169.9, Fat 7.3, SaturatedFat 1, Sodium 5.9, Carbohydrate 27.5, Fiber 2, Sugar 21.2, Protein 2.4

ARUGULA, WATERMELON AND FETA SALAD

Arugula, Watermelon and Feta Salad image

Provided by Ina Garten

Categories appetizer

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 11

Ingredients

1/4 cup freshly squeezed orange juice
1/4 cup freshly squeezed lemon juice (2 lemons)
1/4 cup minced shallots (1 large)
1 tablespoon honey
1/2 cup good olive oil
1 teaspoon kosher salt
1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
6 cups baby arugula, washed and spun dry
1/8th seedless watermelon, rind removed, and cut in 1-inch cubes
12 ounces good feta cheese, 1/2-inch diced
1 cup (4 ounces) whole fresh mint leaves, julienned

Steps:

Whisk together the orange juice, lemon juice, shallots, honey, salt, and pepper. Slowly pour in the olive oil, whisking constantly, to form an emulsion. If not using within an hour, store the vinaigrette covered in the refrigerator.
Place the arugula, watermelon, feta, and mint in a large bowl. Drizzle with enough vinaigrette to coat the greens lightly and toss well. Taste for seasonings and serve immediately.

WATERMELON FETA SALAD

Watermelon Feta Salad image

This is a great salad. With the watermelon the kids will like it also.

Provided by Anonymous

Categories Salad Fruit Salad Recipes

Time 20m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 8

Ingredients

3 tablespoons olive oil
2 teaspoons white balsamic vinegar
½ teaspoon kosher salt
8 ounces grape tomatoes, halved
3 cups arugula
1 cup sliced red onion
2 pounds watermelon, cubed
4 ounces feta cheese, cut into 1/4-inch cubes

Steps:

Whisk together the olive oil, vinegar, and salt in a large mixing bowl. Add the tomatoes, arugula, and onions; toss to coat. Gently stir in the watermelon and feta cheese to serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 131.2 calories, Carbohydrate 12.4 g, Cholesterol 12.6 mg, Fat 8.4 g, Fiber 1.1 g, Protein 3.3 g, SaturatedFat 2.9 g, Sodium 284.3 mg, Sugar 8.8 g