Nigella’s Watermelon & Feta Salad is a tasty dish consisting of juicy watermelon, tangy feta, and fresh lime juice with fragrant herbs and olives and is ready within 20 minutes!
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💕 You’ll Love This Watermelon & Feta Salad Recipe:
- The combination of the sweet watermelon, tangy feta, and zesty lime is just mouthwatering.
- Perfect for hot days—light, hydrating, and refreshing.
- A colorful and eye-catching dish.
- A few simple steps using just fresh ingredients.
❓ What Is Nigella’s Watermelon And Feta Salad Recipe?
Watermelon and Feta Salad by Nigella Lawson is a colorful, savory treat that combines sweet watermelon with tangy feta, zesty lime, and aromatic herbs.
🍉 Nigella Watermelon And Feta Salad Ingredients
- 1 small red onion
- 4 limes
- 1½ kilograms watermelon (sweet and ripe)
- 250 grams of feta cheese
- 1 bunch of fresh flat-leaf parsley
- 1 bunch fresh mint (chopped)
- 4 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 100 grams of pitted black olives
- black pepper
🥗 How To Make Nigella Watermelon And Feta Salad
- To bring out the clear pinkness and reduce their roughness, peel and halve the red onion. Cut into very fine half-moons.
- Place in a small bowl and soak with lime juice. If you cut the fruits in half and find them dry and barren, add more limes; otherwise, two should be plenty.
- Cut the watermelon into triangles about 4cm / 1½ inches in diameter after removing the rind and pips.
- Separate the feta into pieces of about the same size and place them in a wide, shallow bowl.
- Add the chopped mint and parsley to the bowl, tearing out sprigs of parsley to use as salad leaves instead of a garnish.
- Add the oil and olives to the salad, then gently toss with your hands to coat, being careful not to break the feta and melon, while the onions, which are now pink and shining, and their juices pour over the salad.
- Grind in some black pepper and taste to determine if the dressing requires further lime.
💭 Recipe Tips
- Cut the watermelon and feta into uniformly sized pieces.
- For a tangier twist, try infusing red onions with lime.
- Mix the feta and watermelon gently so they don’t break.
🍚 What Pairs Nicely With Watermelon And Feta Salad?
Perfect accompaniments to a watermelon and feta salad are Greek tzatziki sauce, herb-infused rice, lemon-herb grilled chicken, minty couscous, and grilled shrimp skewers.
🎚 How To Store Leftovers Watermelon And Feta Salad?
- In The Fridge: Keep leftover watermelon and feta salad in the fridge fr for at least 1 or 2 days in sealed tightly container
- In The Freezer: Freezing leftover watermelon and feta salad is not recommended as this may change the texture of the fruit, turning it mushy when thawed, so it’s best to eat fresh.
🚫 Can I Heat Leftovers Watermelon And Feta Salad?
Leftover watermelon and feta salad should not be heated, as doing so could alter its textures and flavor, so is best enjoyed cold to maintain its refreshing features.
FAQs
How do you keep watermelon and feta salad from getting soggy?
Keep watermelon and feta salad crisp by gently tossing before serving and refraining from overdressing to avoid sogginess.
Why is my watermelon and feta salad bland?
Your watermelon and feta salad might lack flavor due to underseasoning. Adjust lime, olive oil, and pepper for a more vibrant taste.
Why is my watermelon and feta salad watery?
Your watermelon and feta salad may become watery due to the natural moisture in watermelon. Pat dry before assembling to prevent excess liquid.
Why does my watermelon and feta salad taste too salty?
If watermelon and feta salad are too salty, reduce salt in the dressing or choose milder feta for a balanced flavor.
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Nigella Watermelon And Feta Salad Nutrition Facts
Amount Per Serving
- Calories 98
- Total Fat 5.1g
- Saturated Fat 1.2g
- Trans Fat 0g
- Cholesterol 3.7mg
- Sodium 63mg
- Potassium 179.2mg
- Total Carbohydrates 13g
- Dietary Fiber 0.7g
- Sugars 10g
- Protein 1.6g
Nigella Watermelon And Feta Salad
Description
Nigella’s Watermelon & Feta Salad is a tasty dish consisting of juicy watermelon, tangy feta, and fresh lime juice with fragrant herbs and olives and is ready within 20 minutes!
Ingredients
Instructions
- To bring out the clear pinkness and reduce their roughness, peel and halve the red onion. Cut into very fine half-moons.
- Place in a small bowl and soak with lime juice. If you cut the fruits in half and find them dry and barren, add more limes; otherwise, two should be plenty.
- Cut the watermelon into triangles about 4cm / 1½ inches in diameter after removing the rind and pips.
- Separate the feta into pieces of about the same size and place them in a wide, shallow bowl.
- Add the chopped mint and parsley to the bowl, tearing out sprigs of parsley to use as salad leaves instead of a garnish.
- Add the oil and olives to the salad, then gently toss with your hands to coat, being careful not to break the feta and melon, while the onions, which are now pink and shining, and their juices pour over the salad.
- Grind in some black pepper and taste to determine if the dressing requires further lime.
Notes
- Cut the watermelon and feta into uniformly sized pieces.
- For a tangier twist, try infusing red onions with lime.
Mix the feta and watermelon gently so they don’t break.