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Fresh Tajín-Spiced Watermelon Salad with Feta

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A refreshing and flavorful summer salad combining juicy watermelon, tangy feta, zesty Tajín seasoning, and fresh mint for a perfect balance of sweet, salty, and spicy.

Ingredients

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  • 6 cups watermelon, cubed and seedless (about 1.5 pounds / 700 grams)
  • 4 ounces feta cheese, crumbled (115 grams)
  • 1/4 cup fresh mint leaves, finely chopped
  • 1 to 2 teaspoons Tajín seasoning
  • Juice of 1 lime (about 2 tablespoons / 30 ml)
  • 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil (optional)
  • Pinch of sea salt (optional)

Instructions

  1. Cut off the rind of about 1.5 pounds (700 grams) of watermelon and cut the flesh into roughly 1-inch (2.5 cm) cubes. Pat cubes with a paper towel if too juicy.
  2. Finely chop about 1/4 cup of fresh mint leaves.
  3. Crumble 4 ounces (115 grams) of feta cheese with fingers or fork.
  4. In a large mixing bowl, gently toss the watermelon cubes, chopped mint, and crumbled feta.
  5. Squeeze the juice of one lime (about 2 tablespoons / 30 ml) over the salad. Drizzle 1 tablespoon (15 ml) of extra virgin olive oil if using.
  6. Sprinkle 1 to 2 teaspoons of Tajín seasoning on top, starting with 1 teaspoon and adding more if desired. Toss gently to distribute flavors.
  7. Taste and adjust by adding extra lime juice, Tajín, or a pinch of sea salt if needed.
  8. Serve immediately for best freshness. If refrigerating, cover and chill for no more than 30 minutes.

Notes

Use ripe watermelon with a creamy yellow spot for best sweetness. Add mint just before serving to keep it fresh. Start with 1 teaspoon Tajín and adjust to taste. Serve immediately to avoid sogginess. For dairy-free, omit feta or use vegan cheese/toasted pepitas.

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Keywords: watermelon salad, Tajín, feta, summer salad, mint, refreshing, easy recipe, Mexican flavors

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