Grilled Watermelon, Mint, and Feta Salad

Vegetarian
Gluten Free
Health score
13%
Grilled Watermelon, Mint, and Feta Salad
25 min.
6
187kcal

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Looking for a refreshing and unique side dish that will impress your guests? Look no further than this Grilled Watermelon, Mint, and Feta Salad! Perfect for summer gatherings or as a light snack, this vibrant salad combines the sweetness of grilled watermelon with the savory tang of feta cheese and the aromatic freshness of mint. It's a delightful explosion of flavors and textures that will awaken your taste buds.

Not only is this salad vegetarian and gluten-free, but it also comes together in just 25 minutes, making it an ideal choice for those busy days when you want something delicious without spending hours in the kitchen. The grilling process caramelizes the natural sugars in the watermelon, enhancing its sweetness while adding a smoky char that perfectly complements the creamy feta and fragrant mint leaves.

With only 187 calories per serving, this salad is a guilt-free indulgence that can be enjoyed as a side dish, antipasti, or even a light starter. Whether you're hosting a barbecue, a picnic, or simply enjoying a quiet evening at home, this Grilled Watermelon, Mint, and Feta Salad is sure to be a hit. So fire up the grill and get ready to savor a dish that’s as beautiful as it is delicious!

Ingredients

  • tablespoon balsamic vinegar 
  • 0.3 teaspoon pepper black
  • ounces feta cheese crumbled
  • 0.5 cup mint leaves 
  • tablespoon olive oil 
  • 0.3 teaspoon sea salt 
  • pounds watermelon with a sharp knife) 1-inch-thick cut into rounds (lay melon on its side, and cut through rind and flesh

Equipment

  • grill
  • grill pan
  • cutting board

Directions

  1. Heat a grill or grill pan over high heat until very hot. Two at a time, grill watermelon rounds, turning once, until charred (about 2-3 minutes per side).
  2. Transfer watermelon to a cutting board and remove rind; cut rounds into wedges.
  3. Arrange watermelon on a serving platter; sprinkle with mint and feta.
  4. Drizzle with olive oil and vinegar, then sprinkle with salt and pepper.

Nutrition Facts

Calories187kcal
Protein8.31%
Fat22.26%
Carbs69.43%

Properties

Glycemic Index
30.61
Glycemic Load
24.55
Inflammation Score
-9
Nutrition Score
11.28478258589%

Flavonoids

Eriodictyol
1.16mg
Hesperetin
0.38mg
Apigenin
0.2mg
Luteolin
2.56mg
Kaempferol
2.04mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:186.93kcal
9.35%
Fat:5.08g
7.82%
Saturated Fat:1.66g
10.39%
Carbohydrates:35.68g
11.89%
Net Carbohydrates:33.54g
12.2%
Sugar:28.52g
31.69%
Cholesterol:8.41mg
2.8%
Sodium:211mg
9.17%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:4.27g
8.54%
Vitamin A:2780.57IU
55.61%
Vitamin C:37.93mg
45.98%
Potassium:539.36mg
15.41%
Magnesium:50.62mg
12.65%
Vitamin B6:0.25mg
12.46%
Manganese:0.23mg
11.67%
Vitamin B1:0.17mg
11.16%
Vitamin B5:1.11mg
11.08%
Vitamin B2:0.19mg
10.89%
Copper:0.21mg
10.39%
Calcium:88.62mg
8.86%
Fiber:2.14g
8.54%
Phosphorus:85.12mg
8.51%
Iron:1.38mg
7.68%
Folate:20.92µg
5.23%
Zinc:0.77mg
5.14%
Vitamin B3:0.97mg
4.83%
Selenium:3.24µg
4.62%
Vitamin E:0.58mg
3.87%
Vitamin B12:0.16µg
2.66%
Vitamin K:2.16µg
2.06%
Source:My Recipes