Watermelon salad is one of the easiest and most refreshing summer dishes you can make! It’s juicy, colorful, and full of flavor—no feta needed. This version skips the dairy-free cheese but keeps all the fun with fresh fruit, crunchy veggies, zesty citrus, and tasty herbs. It’s perfect for hot days, picnics, cookouts, or just a quick snack that feels extra fancy.
You’ll love how light and simple this salad is, but still super satisfying. It’s easy to toss together with just a few fresh ingredients and your favorite add-ins. Plus, it’s naturally dairy-free and great for sharing with all kinds of eaters. If you’re looking for a no-fuss dish that still feels special, this fresh watermelon salad hits the spot!
You won’t believe how simple and easy it is to make. Five ingredients and only five minutes to make. It doesn’t get any better than that! And, if you find that you absolutely love this combination of fruits, you’ll love this watermelon cucumber cooler! When you have a next cucumber craving, don’t forget to try this toasted sesame cucumber salad—delish!
Come on, let’s get chopping!
Not only is this crisp and colorful melon delicious to dive into, but it’s also really healthy. How can you resist such a glorious globe of fresh fruit?
Watermelon and cucumber are the perfect pair for a cool and crunchy summer salad. They bring juicy sweetness and fresh crispness that taste amazing together. You can mix things up with simple swaps like jicama, melon, or even celery if you’re feeling creative! Here’s what you’ll need, plus our top swap recommendations:
Making watermelon salad with cucumbers is quick and easy. With just a few fresh ingredients and simple steps, you’ll have a delicious and refreshing dish. Follow this guide to whip up the perfect summer salad in no time. Yum!
Step 1: Prep the Watermelon – Cut the watermelon into bite-sized cubes and place them in a serving bowl.
Step 2: Add the Cucumber and Mint – Slice the cucumber into half-moons and add them to the bowl. Add the mint leaves whole or chop them up first.
Finally, Step 3: Make the Dressing and Mix – Mix lime juice and agave nectar in a small bowl. Pour over the salad and mix everything together. Enjoy!
Salads are such a fast and flexible meal to make, which is especially helpful on a warm summer day. This vegan summer recipe is so quick and easily served up in any way that you like. Here are a few suggestions for creating a little variation and extra pizazz:
This cool and slightly crunchy salad is best eaten fresh, but if there are any leftovers, it’s easy to store. Just pop the remaining salad into the fridge in a covered container and it should be okay until the next day. Keep in mind that both watermelon and cucumber contain high percentages of water, so they tend to get soggy quickly. Not recommended for freezing.
It’s not the best recipe for future food prep, but you can still save yourself a little time and effort with these two tips. One, rinse and dry your fruits and mint (did you know that cucumber is actually a fruit?) a couple of days before you want to eat your salad. The day (or night) before, you can cube your watermelon and slice up your cucumbers. Keep them in separate containers in the refrigerator until ready to mix together.
It’s totally up to you. For maximum nutritional benefits, we suggest that you keep it on. Most of the fiber and minerals are found in the peel itself. If possible, buy an organic cucumber, since this fruit is usually on the Dirty Dozen list.
You can always compromise and take off only half of the peel. To do this in a pretty way, use a vegetable peeler to slice off ½-inch strips lengthwise from the top to the bottom of the cucumber before cutting into half moon shapes. This way, you get half of the fiber/nutrients and it will also have a lovely, striped design when eating.
If you guessed fruit, you’re absolutely right. A fruit has at least one seed and grows from the flower of a plant. Cucumbers have many seeds and do indeed grow from a cucumber flower. They’re actually very pretty, too.
If you make this Watermelon Salad Recipe Without Feta, please leave a star rating and let me know what you think in the comments below! I love reading your comments!
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So refreshing! I’ve made this twice now!
Another watermelon recipe fave!
This is so fresh! Can’t wait to try 🙂
Yummmm! I need to make this ASAP!
This looks so refreshing and delicious!
This is such a fresh and delicious looking salad!
This salad is so easy and delicious! Very refreshing and a wonderful summer dessert!
The perfect amount of sweetness! A really lovely, refreshing salad that is perfect for a warm day. I’ve already made it twice and it’s SO good!
I love melons so much and would love to eat this as a dessert every night! Great recipe 🙂