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Melon, Basil & Feta Salad

Prep time: 20 minutes

Yield: 8-10 servings

Ingredients:

  • 4-5 cups seeded watermelon, cut into 1 inch pieces (about 1/2 a medium sized watermelon)

  • 2 English cucumbers, halved lengthwise, seeded, and sliced

  • 6 Green onions, chopped

  • 1/2 Cup fresh basil (mint works too!), chopped

  • 4-6 Ounces cubed or crumbled feta cheese

  • 1/3 Cup extra virgin olive oil

  • 1/4 Cup balsamic vinegar

  • Salt and pepper to taste

Directions:

  1. In a large bowl combine the watermelon, cucumbers, onion, basil and feta.

  2. In a small bowl add the oil, salt, and pepper and whisk to combine

  3. Pour dressing over watermelon mixture and toss until coated.

Serve immediately or cover and refrigerate for up to 2 hours prior to serving. This salad is not the best the next day.