Sunday, July 24, 2011

Watermelon-Cucumber Salad


     In life some things just go together...Chocolate and Peanut Butter, Tomatoes and
     Mozzarella also Watermelon and Cucumber it's a magical healthy combination. A
     perfect Summer salad that is refreshing and very easy to whip up. The addition of
     cashews and feta really transforms this into something special. I served this with
     honey lime grilled chicken. Enjoy!

                                                   Watermelon-Cucumber Salad

       Soak 1/2 thinly sliced red onion in cold water. Pat dry 4 cups of watermelon and one
       seeded and sliced cucumber, toss with a handful of thinly sliced fresh mint. Drain the
       onion, squeeze dry and add to the salad along with some chopped cashews. Add-
       1/4 cup olive oil and the juice of one lemon, season with salt and pepper. Top with
       feta cheese and enjoy.
       
   

36 comments:

  1. EricaJuly 24, 2011 at 7:38 AM

    ah! I had a watermelon feta salad in Boston and have been craving one ever since!! Such a yummy combo and I bet the cucumbers just add to the goodness. Nothing screams summer like a watermelon salad

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  2. Angi BarrsJuly 24, 2011 at 7:49 AM

    This would really cool me off from the Texas heat. :) Yummy! Will have to try this.

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  3. Sunny Simple LifeJuly 24, 2011 at 8:06 AM

    Sounds devine! Were you a chef in a former life? Love your little on in all her princess glory. Didn't know they even had that at Disney. How fun for a little girl.

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  4. EmilyJuly 24, 2011 at 8:07 AM

    that looks absolutely amazing! I want one!

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  5. Becca {A Blonde's Logic}July 24, 2011 at 9:58 AM

    Great idea to add mint! It complements watermelon so well!

    Becca
    http://blondeslogic.blogspot.com

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  6. Tiffany @ Savor HomeJuly 24, 2011 at 10:57 AM

    Looks so refreshing! I hope you had a great weekend!

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  7. fittingbackinJuly 24, 2011 at 11:04 AM

    Another pretty, colorful, awesome looking recipe! Looks great!

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  8. laxsupermomJuly 24, 2011 at 11:29 AM

    What a terrific idea! This looks like the perfect cool & refreshing salad for the sweltering temps we've been having. Thanks for sharing.

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  9. LindsayJuly 24, 2011 at 1:59 PM

    This looks so refreshing! :)

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  10. Simple HomeJuly 24, 2011 at 2:33 PM

    It looks so delicious in that photo! I love the combination of watermelon and cucumbers. It really says "summer" too :)
    Thanks so much for the anniversary wishes for my parents. It meant alot to them both to see them all.
    Blessings,
    Marcia

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  11. Natalie {Designer Bags and Dirty Diapers}July 24, 2011 at 3:17 PM

    I have never thought of watermelon and cucumber together! What a genuis idea. It is probably a great debloater since both are filled with water! My mouth is watering.

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  12. Elizabeth Ann @ Elizabeth Ann's Recipe BoxJuly 24, 2011 at 3:51 PM

    A watermelon/feta salad is one of my favorite summer salads too! :-)

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  13. Matilda JoyceJuly 24, 2011 at 4:03 PM

    Definitely making this for a family gathering next week! Yum :)

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  14. Jenn @ Peas and CrayonsJuly 24, 2011 at 4:44 PM

    ooh I keep seeing watermelon-everything and I want it all! especially this! hooray for having all the ingredients in my house right now!!!

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  15. AshleyJuly 24, 2011 at 5:09 PM

    This looks like the perfect dishes to serve during this heat wave we're in!

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  16. From Beyond My Kitchen WindowJuly 24, 2011 at 5:16 PM

    What a great summer salad. It looks so col and refreshing, not to mention pretty.

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  17. Moddy BeeJuly 24, 2011 at 5:19 PM

    This is perfect!!! I have a boat load of cucumbers in my garden!! I love new salads! Thanks for sharing. :)
    www.moddybee.blogspot.com

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  18. Ali RichardsonJuly 24, 2011 at 6:15 PM

    Hmmm, interesting. It does look refreshing. It's not a combo I would think of, but I bet it's delicious!

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  19. Gaby [The Vault Files]July 24, 2011 at 7:32 PM

    Never thought of combining these two, but looks like a very refreshing combination, I'll try this as soon as I can find watermelon!

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  20. CandaceJuly 24, 2011 at 8:22 PM

    I have been wanting to try watermelon and feta salad. I am having trouble finding a decent watermelon around here though. I love that you've added cucumber and cashews to it. It looks so beautiful and delicious!

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  21. Muriel MillerJuly 24, 2011 at 8:51 PM

    Wow Val this sounds so light and refreshing! Beautiful colors also!

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  22. UnknownJuly 24, 2011 at 9:01 PM

    I will have to give this a shot, sounds refreshing.

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  23. {The Perfect Palette}July 24, 2011 at 10:09 PM

    thanks for the recipe - looks so yummy!

    xoxo, chrissy
    The Perfect Palette

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  24. Kitchen BelleiciousJuly 25, 2011 at 5:24 AM

    Did you get in my head and steal this craving of mine? Just wondering. Have been wanting this for days now and now i want it even more after seeing your pictures! Amazing! Love it

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  25. Hannah {Culture Connoisseur}July 25, 2011 at 6:51 AM

    Mmm. I don't know what to think of this, but I can see where this would make a lot of sense...both are so cool and refreshing. Gotta try!

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  26. claireJuly 25, 2011 at 6:57 AM

    this looks perfect for dallas... it has been over 100 degrees for as many days in a row as i can remember!

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  27. Anna and Liz RecipesJuly 25, 2011 at 7:08 AM

    Hi Val! Love your blog! This is a great summer salad I will have to make for my friends! Thanks for sharing this recipe! You have great ideas! :)

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  28. Ashley's Cooking AdventuresJuly 25, 2011 at 7:31 AM

    Beautiful picture and great combinations!

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  29. sherri lynnJuly 25, 2011 at 7:49 AM

    This looks delicious!

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  30. LauraJuly 25, 2011 at 9:45 AM

    mmm those flavors sound so good, sweetness of watermelon, the lemon and mint, yum! and anything with cashews is automatically awesome!

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  31. Sam W.July 25, 2011 at 10:10 AM

    what a great combo!! we're going through 2 watermelons a week at our house - i need to add this recipe in to mix it up :)

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  32. stephanieJuly 25, 2011 at 8:30 PM

    yummy and easy! I love it!!

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  33. Hazel - Chicken in a Cherry SauceJuly 26, 2011 at 8:28 AM

    This sounds so refreshing for a sunny day. Looks beautiful, yum!!

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  34. Jen of MadeByGirlJuly 26, 2011 at 4:56 PM

    my guy & i used to make something similar but with tomato! :)) this one id love to try....

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  35. Drew {Coral Cafe}July 26, 2011 at 6:23 PM

    Now this is a combination I know I would surely enjoy! They're both my favorite fruit and vegetable in the summer!

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  36. MichaelaJuly 28, 2011 at 11:07 AM

    Yum! I love both these things, but never tried them together. Now I'll have to!

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