Gluten-Free Watermelon Feta Salad

This refreshing salad bursts with the sweet juiciness of ripe watermelon, complemented by the salty tang of feta cheese and a bright, zesty dressing. It's a perfect balance of cool, crisp textures and vibrant flavors, ideal for a light lunch or a stunning side dish.

Prep: 10 min Total: 20 min Serves: 4

At a glance: This easy salads and sides recipe yields 4 servings in about 20 minutes (10 min prep). It uses 9 ingredients — including seedless watermelon, feta cheese, red onion — and walks through 5 steps. Updated October 25, 2026. Browse more salads and sides recipes or return to all gluten-free recipes.

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Cross-Contamination Warning for Gluten-Free Watermelon Feta Salad: When preparing this salads and sides recipe, feta and honey or agave are the packaged items, and both are usually free of gluten, but check the labels. Cube the watermelon on a board free of bread crumbs.

Gluten-Free Notes for Gluten-Free Watermelon Feta Salad: This recipe is naturally gluten-free, relying on fresh produce and dairy. Always ensure any processed ingredients like feta cheese are gluten-free to avoid cross-contamination with gluten-containing grains.

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Ingredients

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4 cups seedless watermelon, cubed
1 cup feta cheese, crumbled
0.5 cup red onion, thinly sliced
0.25 cup fresh mint leaves, chopped
2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
1 tbsp lime juice
1 tsp honey or agave nectar Shop
0.5 tsp salt
0.25 tsp black pepper

Instructions

1 In a large mixing bowl, gently combine the cubed seedless watermelon, crumbled feta cheese, and thinly sliced red onion. Ensure the watermelon cubes are still firm and not mushy.
2 In a small bowl, whisk together the extra virgin olive oil, fresh lime juice, honey or agave nectar, salt, and black pepper until well emulsified. This will create a light and zesty dressing, about 1-2 minutes of whisking.
3 Pour the prepared dressing over the watermelon and feta mixture. Add the chopped fresh mint leaves to the bowl, which will add a fragrant aroma.
4 Gently toss all the ingredients together to evenly coat everything with the dressing. Be careful not to overmix, as this could break down the watermelon. Toss for about 30-60 seconds until everything is lightly coated.
5 Taste the salad and adjust seasoning if needed, adding more salt, pepper, or lime juice to your preference. Serve immediately for the freshest texture and flavor, or chill for about 10-15 minutes to allow the flavors to meld slightly.

Nutrition (per serving)

235

Calories

Protein

23g

Carbs

Fat

Fiber

245mg

Sodium

Tips & Notes

Chill the watermelon well before cutting. Cold watermelon makes the salad more refreshing.
Add the mint just before serving so it stays bright and doesn't darken.
Drain any juice that collects in the bowl before serving leftovers.

Common questions

How long does Gluten-Free Watermelon Feta Salad take?

Gluten-Free Watermelon Feta Salad takes about 20 minutes, including resting time: 10 minutes to prep, for 4 servings.

What should I check before making Gluten-Free Watermelon Feta Salad with celiac disease?

Written with gluten-free ingredients. Use products labeled gluten-free, check labels, and ask your clinician about your own needs.

What cross-contamination risk is specific to Gluten-Free Watermelon Feta Salad?

Check seedless watermelon, cubed, feta cheese, crumbled, red onion, thinly sliced before they go into Gluten-Free Watermelon Feta Salad. Feta and honey or agave are the packaged items, and both are usually free of gluten, but check the labels. Cube the watermelon on a board free of bread crumbs.

How should leftover Gluten-Free Watermelon Feta Salad be stored?

Drain any juice that collects in the bowl before serving leftovers.

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