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Smashed Cucumber and Watermelon Feta Salad Recipe

Smashed Cucumber and Watermelon Feta Salad Recipe

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  • Author: Megane
  • Prep Time: 15 mins
  • Cook Time: 0 mins
  • Total Time: 15 mins
  • Yield: Serves 8
  • Category: No-Cook
  • Method: No-Cook

Description

A refreshing and vibrant summer salad featuring smashed cucumbers, juicy watermelon, creamy avocado, and crunchy pistachios, all tossed in a tangy feta dressing. This Smashed Cucumber and Watermelon Feta Salad is perfect for picnics, barbecues, or a light lunch.


Ingredients

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For the Salad:

  • 46 Persian cucumbers, sliced in half lengthwise
  • 4 cups cubed watermelon
  • 12 avocados, diced
  • 1/3 cup salted pistachios, chopped

For the Feta Dressing:

  • 8 oz feta cheese
  • 1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil
  • 2 tbsp lemon juice
  • 2 tsp honey
  • 1/2 cup fresh basil
  • 1 tbsp chopped fresh dill
  • kosher salt and black pepper, to taste
  • chili flakes, to taste

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Salad: Arrange the cucumbers on a cutting board, flesh side facing up. Use the flat side of a chef’s knife to smash the cucumbers, then chop them into 1-inch pieces.
  2. Assemble the Salad: In a salad bowl, combine the smashed cucumbers, watermelon, avocado, pistachios, and basil leaves.
  3. Make the Feta Dressing: In a separate bowl, crumble the feta cheese. Add olive oil, lemon juice, honey, dill, salt, pepper, and chili flakes. Mix well, ensuring the feta is incorporated.
  4. Dress the Salad: Gently toss the salad with the prepared feta dressing until evenly coated.
  5. Serve: Enjoy your Smashed Cucumber and Watermelon Feta Salad with fresh pita and chips.


Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 240
  • Sugar: 15g
  • Sodium: 480mg
  • Fat: 18g
  • Saturated Fat: 7g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 9g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 18g
  • Fiber: 4g
  • Protein: 6g
  • Cholesterol: 25mg