Watermelon, Feta, and Kalamata Olive Salad

Watermelon, Feta, and Kalamata Olive Salad

This splendidly tangy and summery watermelon feta salad features a surprising twist — kalamata olives.

The combination of freshly cut watermelon and succulent kalamata olives make for a remarkably tasty pairing.

In an effort to capture the essence of the Mediterranean, we’ve put together a recipe that is sure to satisfy the senses.

The mild yet luscious flavor of watermelon is accented with fresh herbs, kalamata olives add earthiness, and feta provides a salty finish.

If you love watermelon and feta but kalamata olives are not your thing. Try our Watermelon, Cucumber, Lime, and Chili Salad.

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Watermelon, Feta, and Kalamata Olive Salad

Course Side Dish
Cuisine Mediterranean
Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 0 mins
Total Time 15 mins
Servings 4 Servings (about 1 cup each)
Calories 116 kcal
Author BODi

Ingredients

  • 2 tsp extra-virgin olive oil
  • 3 Tbsp fresh lemon juice
  • ¼ tsp sea salt
  • ¼ tsp ground black pepper
  • 4 cups cubed watermelon
  • ¼ cup crumbled (or shaved) feta cheese (about 1 oz.)
  • 2 Tbsp kalamata olives pitted
  • 2 Tbsp chopped fresh parsley (or microgreens)

Instructions

  1. Combine oil, lemon juice, salt, and pepper in a medium bowl; whisk to blend. Set aside.

  2. Combine watermelon, cheese, olives, and parsley in a large serving bowl.

  3. Drizzle with dressing; toss gently to blend.

Nutrition Facts
Watermelon, Feta, and Kalamata Olive Salad
Amount Per Serving (1 serving)
Calories 116 Calories from Fat 63
% Daily Value*
Fat 7g11%
Saturated Fat 2g13%
Cholesterol 8mg3%
Sodium 355mg15%
Carbohydrates 13g4%
Fiber 1g4%
Sugar 10g11%
Protein 2g4%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.

Container Equivalents
1 Purple
½ Blue
½ tsp

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