Watermelon, Mint, Feta & Black Olive Salad

Refreshing, vibrant, and packed with goodness — the ultimate summer salad.

This is the kind of dish that turns heads when it lands on the table. Sweet, hydrating watermelon meets creamy feta, salty olives, and a zingy lime-laced dressing. It’s fresh, colourful, and full of contrast — the kind of flavour bomb that feels both indulgent and virtuous.

The watermelon and feta salad is perfect for BBQs, long lunches in the garden, or any time you want something a bit special without overthinking it.

Why It’s Good For You

Watermelon is naturally hydrating and rich in antioxidants like lycopene, known for its anti-inflammatory and heart-protective properties. Add in calcium-rich feta, heart-healthy olive oil, and digestion-supporting fresh herbs, and you’ve got a salad that does more than just look good.

Serves 8

Ingredients

1.5kg fresh watermelon, cubed

1 small red onion, thinly sliced

1 cup pitted black olives

Juice of 4 limes

4 tbsp extra virgin olive oil

⅔ pack of feta cheese, cubed

Small bunch fresh mint, roughly torn

Small bunch parsley, roughly torn

Freshly ground black pepper, to taste

Method

1. Pickle the onions

   Slice the red onion and steep in lime juice for 10 minutes to soften the flavour.

2. Combine the salad

   Gently toss the watermelon cubes with feta, olives, torn herbs, olive oil and black pepper.

3. Finish and serve

   Add the onions and lime juice, gently fold everything together, and serve chilled.

Love this kind of simple, summery food? You might also like our crowd pleasing chicken lettuce tacos, my favourite gaucamole recipe or healthy hormones quinoa salad!