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Fresh Watermelon Cucumber Feta Salad Recipe with Tajin Mint Dressing

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A quick and refreshing summer salad combining juicy watermelon, crisp cucumber, salty feta, and a tangy Tajin & mint dressing. Perfect for warm afternoons and easy dinners.

Ingredients

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  • 3 cups fresh watermelon, cut into bite-sized cubes (seedless if possible)
  • 2 medium cucumbers, peeled and diced or sliced thinly (English cucumbers recommended)
  • 1 cup feta cheese, crumbled
  • 1/4 cup fresh mint leaves, chopped
  • 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice (about 1 lime)
  • 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon Tajin seasoning
  • 1 teaspoon honey or agave syrup (optional)
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste

Instructions

  1. Cut about 3 cups of watermelon into bite-sized cubes, removing any seeds if not using seedless watermelon.
  2. Peel cucumbers if preferred and dice or slice thinly to make about 2 cups.
  3. Roughly chop 1/4 cup of fresh mint leaves.
  4. In a small bowl or jar, whisk together 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice, 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil, 1 teaspoon Tajin, and 1 teaspoon honey or agave syrup if using. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  5. In a large mixing bowl, combine watermelon cubes, cucumber slices, chopped mint, and 1 cup crumbled feta.
  6. Drizzle the dressing over the salad and gently toss to combine, being careful not to mash the watermelon.
  7. Taste and adjust seasoning if needed, adding extra Tajin or lime juice as desired.
  8. Let the salad sit for about 5 minutes to allow flavors to meld before serving.

Notes

Chill watermelon and cucumber before assembling for extra crispness. Use a sharp knife for clean cuts. Adjust Tajin and lime juice to taste. Keep dressing separate if making ahead to prevent sogginess. Substitute goat cheese or vegan cheese/tofu for dairy-free options. Tajin can be replaced with chili powder and lime zest if unavailable.

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Keywords: watermelon salad, cucumber salad, feta salad, Tajin dressing, summer salad, refreshing salad, easy salad recipe, healthy salad

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