Why mess with a classic? Especially in the last few weeks of true summer when all the fruit tastes just as beautiful as it looks.
The saltiness of creamy Greek feta (get the best kind that you can find) paired with the fresh crunch of watermelon and the sweetness of raspberries, with a minty zing thrown in… in my book, there is nothing better to eat in August.
Well… besides peaches and tomatoes, with more cheese and more mint. That’s right.
Watermelon, raspberry and feta salad
You’ll need:
{Note: exact amounts depend on how much you’re making, but keep the proportion to watermelon:raspberry:feta about 3:2:1}
- watermelon, cubed
- fresh raspberries
- creamy & smooth lightly salted Greek feta
- fresh mint, picked
- a tiny bit of salt
- a tiny bit of honey
1. Cube the watermelon into slightly larger than bite size pieces. Crumble the feta, using your hands.
2. Chiffonade the mint leaves and toss with watermelon and feta. Dress lightly with salt and honey.
3. Add the raspberries.
Toss gently to combine and let stand, refrigerated, for about half an hour.
Serve chilled.
Karista says
Absolutely fabulous Ksenia! I’m loving watermelon right now and this looks perfect.
saffronandhoney says
Thank you, Karista – it’s the best time of year for it, I think!
Darya says
Very nice, Ksenia. I’ve tried watermelon and feta, and watermelon and raspberry, but never the three together. Watermelon season is pretty much over here in Lille, but I’ll see if I can still find some or keep the recipe until next summer!
saffronandhoney says
Thanks, Darya! It’s one of my favorite salads but, like you, I keep trying to think of fun new complimentary combinations!
Alice says
If I wasn’t craving summer already, I surely am now! All indeed is a gin & tonic, my best gal pals and a platter of this salad! 🙂
saffronandhoney says
That’s a grouping of wonderful summer things I can really get behind 🙂 xx
Choc Chip Uru says
Summer may be ending but not so in your kitchen – your salad looks so refreshing 😀
Cheers
Choc Chip Uru
saffronandhoney says
Thanks, Uru! Glad you enjoyed it.
Mimi says
Ohhhhh I bet this is good. Gorgeous as well!
saffronandhoney says
Thanks very much!
Karen (Back Road Journal) says
You can never have too much watermelon this time of the year when the season is almost over. I can’t wait to try your salad.
saffronandhoney says
Thank you, Karen! I loved your salad as well!