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Watermelon Salad with Feta and Basil

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    Note: When cutting basil, stack a few basil leaves (of similar size). Roll into a tight cylinder; with a sharp knife, slice crosswise into thin strips.
    Everyday Food, June 2006
    • Prep Time 15 minutes
    • Total Time 15 minutes
    • Yield Serves 4
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    Ingredients

    • 3 1/2 pounds seedless watermelon (rind removed), cut into 1-inch cubes (6 cups)
    • 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
    • 1/2 cup fresh basil leaves, cut into thin strips (see note)
    • Coarse salt and ground pepper
    • 4 ounces feta cheese, broken into large pieces (about 1 cup)

    Directions

    1. In a large bowl, combine watermelon, lime juice, and half the basil; season with salt and pepper. Toss to combine. Divide among four plates; scatter cheese and remaining basil on top.

    Recipe Reviews

    • queenzookie
      10 Sep, 2011

      I loved this; my husband did not.

    • chenke61
      8 Jul, 2010

      I wasn't sure about the combo of ingredients when I first read the recipe...but bumped into it at the country club over the holiday weekend.....oh my gosh...so refreshing on a hot day....now my favorite go -to salad during the summer!! Thanks once again Martha!!

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