Citrus and Mint Infused Watermelon Salad with Feta and Pistachios

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-05-24 · Updated 2026-05-24

A refreshing summer salad combining juicy watermelon cubes with fresh mint, tangy feta cheese, crunchy pistachios, and a zesty citrus dressing. This Mediterranean-inspired salad recipe (vegetarian), ready in about 15 minutes, pairs seedless watermelon, fresh mint leaves, feta cheese into a side that holds its own next to almost any main — bright, balanced, and quick enough to slot into a weeknight plate. Each serving lands at about 180 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly next to roasted proteins, grain bowls, or weeknight mains. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Ingredients

• 4 cups, cut into 1-inch cubes seedless watermelon
• 1/4 cup, roughly chopped fresh mint leaves
• 3/4 cup, crumbled feta cheese
• 1/3 cup, shelled and chopped pistachios
• 2 tbsp, freshly squeezed lime juice
• 2 tbsp, freshly squeezed orange juice
• 1 tbsp honey
• 1 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
• 1/4 tsp salt

Instructions

1. Step 1: In a small bowl, whisk together 2 tbsp freshly squeezed lime juice, 2 tbsp freshly squeezed orange juice, 1 tbsp honey, 1 tbsp extra virgin olive oil, and 1/4 tsp salt until well combined to make the citrus dressing.
2. Step 2: In a large mixing bowl, combine 4 cups 1-inch watermelon cubes and 1/4 cup roughly chopped fresh mint leaves. Pour the citrus dressing over the watermelon and gently toss to coat evenly.
3. Step 3: Transfer the salad to a serving platter and sprinkle with 3/4 cup crumbled feta cheese and 1/3 cup chopped pistachios for a balance of creamy and crunchy textures. Serve immediately for best freshness.