{"id":169321,"date":"2026-08-12T20:36:48","date_gmt":"2026-08-13T00:36:48","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/?p=169321"},"modified":"2026-08-13T19:19:10","modified_gmt":"2026-08-13T23:19:10","slug":"watermelon-feta-salad","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/watermelon-feta-salad\/","title":{"rendered":"Watermelon Feta Salad"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div class=\"wp-block-group is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">10-minute <strong>Watermelon Feta Salad<\/strong> SO refreshing and incredibly EASY TO MAKE. This is the best watermelon feta mint salad that I&#8217;ve ever tried, and I make it on repeat every summer!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Summer is officially here, and that means it is time for a quick salad. Whenever the weather heats up, I need a side dish that is refreshing and does not require turning on the oven. If you have been searching for a reliable feta cheese and watermelon salad recipe, you need to save this one for your next barbecue. It brings a great addition to your outdoor table, and it fits right next to a plate of <a href=\"https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/grilled-chicken-caprese\/\" data-type=\"post\" data-id=\"42489\">grilled chicken<\/a> for a fast dinner under the sun.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"1600\" src=\"https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/Watermelon-Feta-Salad-6.jpg\" alt=\"Top down view of watermelon feta salad with cucumber, red onion, and mint served inside a watermelon bowl with a serving spoon.\" class=\"wp-image-169322\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/Watermelon-Feta-Salad-6.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/Watermelon-Feta-Salad-6-225x300.jpg 225w, https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/Watermelon-Feta-Salad-6-768x1024.jpg 768w, https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/Watermelon-Feta-Salad-6-113x150.jpg 113w, https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/Watermelon-Feta-Salad-6-1152x1536.jpg 1152w, https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/Watermelon-Feta-Salad-6-400x533.jpg 400w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<h2 id=\"h-why-this-recipe-works\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Why This Recipe Works<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">I have been making variations of this salad for years, but after seeing it all over the internet this summer, I realized I had never actually published my own version that I shared with my daughters on those picnics! <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Honestly, it is such a great option for my kids. They love the sweet melon, and it is an easy way to get them to eat fresh veggies on hot days without any complaints.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">When the summer heat hits, you just need a side dish that <em>cools you down<\/em>. This takes <strong>less than ten minutes to prepare<\/strong>, so you do not have to turn on the stove at all.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The contrast in textures and flavors is what makes this bowl so good. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you want to know how to make watermelon and feta cheese salad that actually stays crisp, this recipe gives you a hydrating crunch in every bite. It is a simple cucumber watermelon salad that works for any outdoor barbecue, and it fits right next to a <a href=\"https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/healthy-burger-bowl-with-secret-sauce\/\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/healthy-burger-bowl-with-secret-sauce\/\">burger bowl<\/a> to complete the perfect hot summer days menu.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<h2 id=\"h-watermelon-salad-recipe-ingredients\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Watermelon Salad Recipe Ingredients<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" src=\"https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/Watermelon-Feta-Salad.jpg\" alt=\"Ingredients for Watermelon feta Salad  labeled in a table\" class=\"wp-image-169859\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/Watermelon-Feta-Salad.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/Watermelon-Feta-Salad-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/Watermelon-Feta-Salad-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/Watermelon-Feta-Salad-150x100.jpg 150w, https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/Watermelon-Feta-Salad-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/Watermelon-Feta-Salad-400x267.jpg 400w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Large<\/strong> <strong>Watermelon:<\/strong> You want a ripe, firm, good watermelon to contrast with the salty cheese. I highly recommend buying a seedless watermelon so you do not have to spend time picking out seeds while eating.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Danish Feta:<\/strong> I specifically reach for Danish feta instead of standard Greek feta. I tried before with crumbled Greek feta, but the Danish variety is much softer and creamier. It blends right into the juices of the salad rather than just sitting dry on top. If you only have Greek feta or goat cheese, they will absolutely work, but Danish feta gives the best result.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Cucumber:<\/strong> This adds a necessary crunch to balance the soft melon. I prefer using English cucumbers because the skin is thin and you do not have to peel them. You can replace them with standard cucumbers, but I recommend peeling them and scooping out the watery seeds first so your salad does not get soggy.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Pomegranate Molasses:<\/strong> This is the secret to the dressing. I tried before with a balsamic glaze, but pomegranate molasses gives a tart, deep fruity flavor that balsamic just cannot match. If you cannot find it at your local grocery store, you can replace it with a good-quality balsamic reduction, but I highly recommend tracking down the molasses for the best flavor.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Note:<\/strong>&nbsp;Please see the <a href=\"#recipe-card\" data-type=\"internal\" data-id=\"#recipe-card\">Recipe Card<\/a> at the bottom for a full list of ingredients and measurements.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"h-additions-and-substitutions\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Additions and Substitutions<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Nuts for crunch:<\/strong> I love adding a handful of toasted pistachios, sliced almonds, or pine nuts right before serving. It adds a completely different layer of savory texture to this watermelon feta and mint salad.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Leafy greens:<\/strong> If you want to turn this simple watermelon salad with feta into a heartier side dish, serve it over a bed of fresh baby arugula. The peppery leaves go incredibly well with the sweet fruit and bulk up this cucumber watermelon salad perfectly.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Onions:<\/strong> If raw red onions are a bit too sharp for you, soak the slices in cold water for five minutes before adding them to the bowl. It takes away the harsh bite while keeping the crunch.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Different herbs:<\/strong> If you happen to be out of fresh mint, fresh basil is a fantastic swap that still provides a beautiful, bright herbal note.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Also, since it&#8217;s a summer recipe, you can always add your own things. I love going with a few cubes of avocado and lemon juice to contrast the taste of the hot BBQs. If you want a little heat in your salad, add one jalape\u00f1o, well-sliced. But be careful and control the level of spice. <\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<h2 id=\"h-how-to-make-watermelon-feta-salad\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">How To Make Watermelon Feta Salad<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">To make this look extra fun for summer gatherings, I like to serve it right out of the watermelon rind. You just cut your watermelon in half and <strong>use a large spoon to scoop out the flesh<\/strong>. Leave the hollowed-out rind intact to use as your serving bowl, and chop the scooped watermelon flesh into bite-sized cubes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Next, add your cubed watermelon, cucumber, Danish feta, roughly chopped mint, and sliced red onion into a large mixing bowl.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">For the dressing, take a small bowl and mix the olive oil, honey, pomegranate molasses, lime juice, salt, and black pepper. Whisk it well until the honey completely dissolves into the liquids.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Pour the dressing directly over your salad. Because Danish feta is quite soft, I make sure to fold the ingredients together very gently so the cheese holds its shape. Just toss until the melon and cucumber are coated in the dressing.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Transfer the mixed salad into your hollowed-out watermelon bowl. Sprinkle the fresh pomegranate seeds over the top for a little extra crunch and serve immediately.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Tip<\/strong>: For extra flavor, save a little bit of the dressing and drizzle it right before serving.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery aligncenter has-nested-images columns-3 is-cropped wp-block-gallery-2 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" data-id=\"169852\" src=\"https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/Watermelon-Feta-Salad-1.jpg\" alt=\"Cubed watermelon, cucumber, Danish feta, sliced red onion, and chopped mint arranged in a large mixing bowl.\" class=\"wp-image-169852\" style=\"aspect-ratio:4\/3\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/Watermelon-Feta-Salad-1.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/Watermelon-Feta-Salad-1-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/Watermelon-Feta-Salad-1-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/Watermelon-Feta-Salad-1-150x100.jpg 150w, https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/Watermelon-Feta-Salad-1-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/Watermelon-Feta-Salad-1-400x267.jpg 400w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" data-id=\"169853\" src=\"https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/Watermelon-Feta-Salad-2.jpg\" alt=\"Pomegranate molasses dressing mixed in a small glass pouring jug.\" class=\"wp-image-169853\" style=\"aspect-ratio:4\/3\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/Watermelon-Feta-Salad-2.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/Watermelon-Feta-Salad-2-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/Watermelon-Feta-Salad-2-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/Watermelon-Feta-Salad-2-150x100.jpg 150w, https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/Watermelon-Feta-Salad-2-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/Watermelon-Feta-Salad-2-400x267.jpg 400w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" data-id=\"169855\" src=\"https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/Watermelon-Feta-Salad-4.jpg\" alt=\"Tossing watermelon feta salad in a large bowl with two serving spoons.\" class=\"wp-image-169855\" style=\"aspect-ratio:4\/3\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/Watermelon-Feta-Salad-4.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/Watermelon-Feta-Salad-4-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/Watermelon-Feta-Salad-4-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/Watermelon-Feta-Salad-4-150x100.jpg 150w, https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/Watermelon-Feta-Salad-4-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/Watermelon-Feta-Salad-4-400x267.jpg 400w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"1600\" data-id=\"169858\" src=\"https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/Watermelon-Feta-Salad-7.jpg\" alt=\"Pouring dark pomegranate molasses dressing over a fresh watermelon and feta salad sitting inside a hollowed out watermelon rind.\" class=\"wp-image-169858\" style=\"aspect-ratio:4\/3\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/Watermelon-Feta-Salad-7.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/Watermelon-Feta-Salad-7-225x300.jpg 225w, https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/Watermelon-Feta-Salad-7-768x1024.jpg 768w, https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/Watermelon-Feta-Salad-7-113x150.jpg 113w, https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/Watermelon-Feta-Salad-7-1152x1536.jpg 1152w, https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/Watermelon-Feta-Salad-7-400x533.jpg 400w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group has-denary-background-color has-background is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center\" id=\"h-expert-tips\">Expert Tips<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Drain the watermelon:<\/strong> Even when I buy a firm melon, it still releases a ton of water once cut. I always put my watermelon cubes in a large <a href=\"https:\/\/linksta.io\/61a02c4c\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/linksta.io\/61a02c4c\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">colander<\/a> over the sink for about 10 to 15 minutes before mixing. This drains off the excess juice so it does not water down the pomegranate dressing.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Chop the mint last:<\/strong> Fresh mint oxidizes and turns black very quickly once a knife hits it. I always wait to roughly chop my mint leaves until the exact moment I am ready to toss the salad together so they stay bright green and fragrant.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Check the field spot:<\/strong> Because this recipe relies heavily on the contrast between sweet and salty, you need a ripe melon. When I am at the store, I always look for a watermelon with a large, creamy yellow field spot on the bottom. If the spot is white or missing, the melon is not sweet enough yet and will throw off the flavor of the whole dish.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"h-what-to-serve-with-watermelon-feta-salad\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">What To Serve With Watermelon Feta Salad<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Because this salad is incredibly light and refreshing, it pairs with almost any summer main dish. I make it constantly for outdoor barbecues, and it is a staple on my menu of <a href=\"https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/labor-day-recipes\/\">Labor Day recipes<\/a> because the sweet melon and salty cheese easily cut through rich, smoky meats.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">It is a great side to serve next to a big platter of <a href=\"https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/oven-barbecue-ribs\/\">sticky barbecue ribs<\/a> or some simple <a href=\"https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/greek-chicken-potatoes\/\">Greek chicken<\/a>. If I want a quick, lighter weeknight dinner, I will portion it out alongside a piece of <a href=\"https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/creamy-garlic-butter-salmon\/\">buttered salmon<\/a> or even serve it with a <a href=\"https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/healthy-sweet-potato-taco-bowl\/\">healthy taco bowl<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center\" id=\"h-faqs\">FAQs<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"schema-faq wp-block-yoast-faq-block\"><div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1786427174308\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">Is Watermelon Feta Salad Healthy for Weight Loss?<\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">Yes, it is a great choice for weight loss. Watermelon is over 90% water and naturally low in calories, which helps keep you full and hydrated. Feta adds protein and rich flavor, so a little bit goes a long way. Just keep an eye on portion sizes for the olive oil and cheese if you are counting calories.<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1786427633969\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">What Is Watermelon Feta Salad?<\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">Watermelon feta salad is a refreshing summer dish that pairs sweet, juicy watermelon cubes with salty, crumbly feta cheese. It usually features crisp cucumber, fresh mint, and red onion, all tossed in a light dressing like olive oil, lime juice, or pomegranate molasses.<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1786427643661\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">What Protein Does Watermelon Pair With?<\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">Watermelon pairs exceptionally well with grilled chicken, steak, pork ribs, and seared salmon. Seafood like shrimp or scallops also works great, as does prosciutto or bacon if you want a salty bite. For plant-based protein, it goes well with grilled tofu or legumes like chickpeas.<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1786427651038\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">Who Invented Watermelon Feta Salad?<\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">Eating sweet melon alongside salty brined cheese (like feta or akkawi) is an ancient culinary tradition across the Mediterranean and Middle East. However, the modern tossed salad version was popularized globally in the early 2000s by cookbook author Nigella Lawson, whose watermelon, feta, and olive salad recipe went viral.<\/p> <\/div> <\/div>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"1600\" src=\"https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/Watermelon-Feta-Salad-7.jpg\" alt=\"Pouring dark pomegranate molasses dressing over a fresh watermelon and feta salad sitting inside a hollowed out watermelon rind.\" class=\"wp-image-169858\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/Watermelon-Feta-Salad-7.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/Watermelon-Feta-Salad-7-225x300.jpg 225w, https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/Watermelon-Feta-Salad-7-768x1024.jpg 768w, https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/Watermelon-Feta-Salad-7-113x150.jpg 113w, 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votes<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\t\t<h2 class=\"wprm-recipe-name wprm-block-text-none\">Watermelon Feta Salad Recipe<\/h2>\n\t\t<div class=\"wprm-recipe-block-container wprm-recipe-block-container-separate wprm-block-text-normal wprm-recipe-author-container\" style=\"\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-details-label wprm-block-text-normal wprm-recipe-author-label\">By <\/span><span class=\"wprm-recipe-details wprm-recipe-author wprm-block-text-normal\"><a href=\"https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/about\/\" target=\"_self\">Karina Carrel<\/a><\/span><\/div>\n\t\t<div class=\"wprm-recipe-meta-container wprm-recipe-custom-container wprm-recipe-details-container wprm-recipe-details-container-separated wprm-block-text-none\"><div class=\"wprm-recipe-block-container wprm-recipe-block-container-separated wprm-block-text-none wprm-recipe-time-container wprm-recipe-prep-time-container\" style=\"\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-details-label wprm-block-text-none wprm-recipe-time-label 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class=\"sr-only screen-reader-text wprm-screen-reader-text\" data-nosnippet> minutes<\/span><\/span> <span class=\"wprm-recipe-details-unit wprm-recipe-details-minutes wprm-recipe-cook_time-unit wprm-recipe-cook_timeunit-minutes\" aria-hidden=\"true\">mins<\/span><\/span><\/div><div class=\"wprm-recipe-block-container wprm-recipe-block-container-separated wprm-block-text-none wprm-recipe-time-container wprm-recipe-total-time-container\" style=\"\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-details-label wprm-block-text-none wprm-recipe-time-label wprm-recipe-total-time-label\">Total Time: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-recipe-time wprm-block-text-none\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-details wprm-recipe-details-minutes wprm-recipe-total_time wprm-recipe-total_time-minutes\">10<span class=\"sr-only screen-reader-text wprm-screen-reader-text\" data-nosnippet> minutes<\/span><\/span> <span class=\"wprm-recipe-details-unit wprm-recipe-details-minutes wprm-recipe-total_time-unit wprm-recipe-total_timeunit-minutes\" aria-hidden=\"true\">mins<\/span><\/span><\/div><div class=\"wprm-recipe-block-container wprm-recipe-block-container-separated wprm-block-text-none wprm-recipe-servings-container\" style=\"\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-details-label wprm-block-text-none wprm-recipe-servings-label\">Servings: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-recipe-servings-with-unit\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-servings wprm-recipe-details wprm-recipe-servings-169946 wprm-recipe-servings-adjustable-tooltip wprm-block-text-none\" data-recipe=\"169946\" aria-label=\"Adjust recipe servings\">4<\/span> <span class=\"wprm-recipe-servings-unit wprm-recipe-details-unit wprm-block-text-none\">serves<\/span><\/span><\/div><\/div>\n\t\t<div class=\"wprm-recipe-summary wprm-block-text-normal\"><span style=\"display: block;\">A fast, refreshing 10-minute side dish combining sweet melon, crunchy cucumber, salty Danish feta, and fresh mint, all tossed in a tangy pomegranate molasses dressing.<\/span><\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div 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class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit\">cup<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\">mint leave <\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-notes wprm-recipe-ingredient-notes-faded\">roughly chopped<\/span><\/li><li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\" style=\"list-style-type: none;\" data-uid=\"4\"><span class=\"wprm-checkbox-container\"><input type=\"checkbox\" id=\"wprm-checkbox-4\" class=\"wprm-checkbox\" aria-label=\"&nbsp;\u00bd&#032;cup&#032;Red onion &#032;finely sliced\"><label for=\"wprm-checkbox-4\" class=\"wprm-checkbox-label\"><span class=\"sr-only screen-reader-text wprm-screen-reader-text\" data-nosnippet>&#x25a2; <\/span><\/label><\/span><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount\">\u00bd<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit\">cup<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\">Red onion <\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-notes wprm-recipe-ingredient-notes-faded\">finely sliced<\/span><\/li><\/ul><\/div><div class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-group\"><h4 class=\"wprm-recipe-group-name wprm-recipe-ingredient-group-name wprm-block-text-bold\">For dressing:<\/h4><ul class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredients\"><li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\" style=\"list-style-type: none;\" data-uid=\"6\"><span class=\"wprm-checkbox-container\"><input type=\"checkbox\" id=\"wprm-checkbox-5\" class=\"wprm-checkbox\" aria-label=\"&nbsp;1&#032;tbsp&#032;olive oil\"><label for=\"wprm-checkbox-5\" class=\"wprm-checkbox-label\"><span class=\"sr-only screen-reader-text wprm-screen-reader-text\" data-nosnippet>&#x25a2; <\/span><\/label><\/span><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount\">1<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit\">tbsp<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\">olive oil<\/span><\/li><li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\" style=\"list-style-type: none;\" data-uid=\"7\"><span class=\"wprm-checkbox-container\"><input type=\"checkbox\" id=\"wprm-checkbox-6\" class=\"wprm-checkbox\" aria-label=\"&nbsp;2&#032;tbsp&#032;Honey\"><label for=\"wprm-checkbox-6\" class=\"wprm-checkbox-label\"><span class=\"sr-only screen-reader-text wprm-screen-reader-text\" data-nosnippet>&#x25a2; <\/span><\/label><\/span><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount\">2<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit\">tbsp<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\">Honey<\/span><\/li><li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\" style=\"list-style-type: none;\" data-uid=\"8\"><span class=\"wprm-checkbox-container\"><input type=\"checkbox\" id=\"wprm-checkbox-7\" class=\"wprm-checkbox\" aria-label=\"&nbsp;2&#032;tbsp&#032;pomegranate molasses\"><label for=\"wprm-checkbox-7\" class=\"wprm-checkbox-label\"><span class=\"sr-only screen-reader-text wprm-screen-reader-text\" data-nosnippet>&#x25a2; <\/span><\/label><\/span><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount\">2<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit\">tbsp<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\">pomegranate molasses<\/span><\/li><li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\" style=\"list-style-type: none;\" data-uid=\"9\"><span class=\"wprm-checkbox-container\"><input type=\"checkbox\" id=\"wprm-checkbox-8\" class=\"wprm-checkbox\" aria-label=\"&nbsp;1&#032;tbsp&#032;lime juice\"><label for=\"wprm-checkbox-8\" class=\"wprm-checkbox-label\"><span class=\"sr-only screen-reader-text wprm-screen-reader-text\" data-nosnippet>&#x25a2; <\/span><\/label><\/span><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount\">1<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit\">tbsp<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\">lime juice<\/span><\/li><li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\" style=\"list-style-type: none;\" data-uid=\"10\"><span class=\"wprm-checkbox-container\"><input type=\"checkbox\" id=\"wprm-checkbox-9\" class=\"wprm-checkbox\" aria-label=\"&nbsp;1\/4&#032;tsp&#032;salt\"><label for=\"wprm-checkbox-9\" class=\"wprm-checkbox-label\"><span class=\"sr-only screen-reader-text wprm-screen-reader-text\" data-nosnippet>&#x25a2; <\/span><\/label><\/span><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount\">1\/4<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit\">tsp<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\">salt<\/span><\/li><li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\" style=\"list-style-type: none;\" data-uid=\"11\"><span class=\"wprm-checkbox-container\"><input type=\"checkbox\" id=\"wprm-checkbox-10\" class=\"wprm-checkbox\" aria-label=\"&nbsp;1\/8&#032;tsp&#032;Black pepper\"><label for=\"wprm-checkbox-10\" class=\"wprm-checkbox-label\"><span class=\"sr-only screen-reader-text wprm-screen-reader-text\" data-nosnippet>&#x25a2; <\/span><\/label><\/span><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount\">1\/8<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit\">tsp<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\">Black pepper<\/span><\/li><\/ul><\/div><div class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-group\"><h4 class=\"wprm-recipe-group-name wprm-recipe-ingredient-group-name wprm-block-text-bold\">Garnish:<\/h4><ul class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredients\"><li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\" style=\"list-style-type: none;\" data-uid=\"13\"><span class=\"wprm-checkbox-container\"><input type=\"checkbox\" id=\"wprm-checkbox-11\" class=\"wprm-checkbox\" aria-label=\"&nbsp;\u2153&#032;cup&#032;pomegranate seed\"><label for=\"wprm-checkbox-11\" class=\"wprm-checkbox-label\"><span class=\"sr-only screen-reader-text wprm-screen-reader-text\" data-nosnippet>&#x25a2; <\/span><\/label><\/span><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount\">\u2153<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit\">cup<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\">pomegranate seed<\/span><\/li><\/ul><\/div><\/div>\n\t<div id=\"recipe-169946-instructions\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instructions-container wprm-recipe-169946-instructions-container wprm-block-text-normal\" data-recipe=\"169946\"><h3 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stroke=\"var(--wp--preset--color--primary)\" stroke-miterlimit=\"10\"\/><path data-cap=\"butt\" d=\"M2,17V8A2,2,0,0,1,4,6H7L9,3h6l2.4,3.6\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"var(--wp--preset--color--primary)\" stroke-miterlimit=\"10\" stroke-linecap=\"butt\"\/><line data-cap=\"butt\" data-color=\"color-2\" x1=\"23\" y1=\"1\" x2=\"1\" y2=\"23\" fill=\"none\" stroke-miterlimit=\"10\" stroke-linecap=\"butt\"\/><\/g><\/svg><\/span><\/button><\/div><\/h3><div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-group\"><ul class=\"wprm-recipe-instructions\"><li id=\"wprm-recipe-169946-step-0-0\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: none;\"><div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-text\"><span style=\"display: block;\">In a bowl, add the cubed cucumber, watermelon, creamy feta, mint, and cubed red onion.<\/span><\/div><div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-media wprm-recipe-instruction-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"300\" height=\"200\" src=\"https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/Watermelon-Feta-Salad-1-300x200.jpg\" class=\"attachment-medium size-medium\" alt=\"Cubed watermelon, cucumber, Danish feta, sliced red onion, and chopped mint arranged in a large mixing bowl.\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/Watermelon-Feta-Salad-1-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/Watermelon-Feta-Salad-1-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/Watermelon-Feta-Salad-1-150x100.jpg 150w, https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/Watermelon-Feta-Salad-1-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/Watermelon-Feta-Salad-1-400x267.jpg 400w, https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/Watermelon-Feta-Salad-1.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/div> <\/li><span id=\"wprm-recipe-169946-tip-0-1\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction wprm-recipe-instruction-tip wprm-recipe-tip wprm-recipe-tip-style-left-border-straight wprm-recipe-instruction-tip-style-left-border-straight\" style=\"--wprm-tip-accent: #f02c2c;--wprm-tip-text-color: #000000;\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-icon wprm-recipe-tip-icon wprm-recipe-instruction-tip-icon\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" xmlns:xlink=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/1999\/xlink\" x=\"0px\" y=\"0px\" width=\"16px\" height=\"16px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\"><g ><path data-color=\"color-2\" fill=\"#f02c2c\" d=\"M13,21h-2H5v2c0,0.6,0.4,1,1,1h12c0.6,0,1-0.4,1-1v-2H13z\"\/><path fill=\"#f02c2c\" d=\"M18,4c-0.1,0-0.2,0-0.3,0c-0.8-2.3-3-4-5.7-4S7.2,1.7,6.3,4C6.2,4,6.1,4,6,4c-3.3,0-6,2.7-6,6c0,3,2.2,5.4,5,5.9V19h6v-4h2v4h6v-3.1c2.8-0.5,5-2.9,5-5.9C24,6.7,21.3,4,18,4z\"\/><\/g><\/svg><\/span><div class=\"wprm-recipe-tip-text wprm-recipe-instruction-tip-text\"><span style=\"display: block\"><em>If your watermelon is extra juicy, let the cubes sit in a colander for five minutes to drain off excess liquid before mixing. This keeps the salad crisp and prevents the dressing from watering down.<\/em><\/span><\/div><\/span><li id=\"wprm-recipe-169946-step-0-2\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: none;\"><div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-text\">In a little bowl add olive oil, Honey, pomegranate melasse, lime juice, salt and pepper and mix until well combined.<\/div><div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-media wprm-recipe-instruction-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"300\" height=\"200\" src=\"https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/Watermelon-Feta-Salad-2-300x200.jpg\" class=\"attachment-medium size-medium\" alt=\"Pomegranate molasses dressing mixed in a small glass pouring jug.\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/Watermelon-Feta-Salad-2-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/Watermelon-Feta-Salad-2-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/Watermelon-Feta-Salad-2-150x100.jpg 150w, https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/Watermelon-Feta-Salad-2-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/Watermelon-Feta-Salad-2-400x267.jpg 400w, https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/Watermelon-Feta-Salad-2.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/div> <\/li><li id=\"wprm-recipe-169946-step-0-3\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: none;\"><div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-text\">Add the dressing to your watermelon salad and stir gently to coat well the watermelon.<\/div><div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-media wprm-recipe-instruction-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"300\" height=\"200\" src=\"https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/Watermelon-Feta-Salad-3-300x200.jpg\" class=\"attachment-medium size-medium\" alt=\"pouring the dressing in the salad\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/Watermelon-Feta-Salad-3-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/Watermelon-Feta-Salad-3-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/Watermelon-Feta-Salad-3-150x100.jpg 150w, https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/Watermelon-Feta-Salad-3-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/Watermelon-Feta-Salad-3-400x267.jpg 400w, https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/Watermelon-Feta-Salad-3.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/div> <\/li><li id=\"wprm-recipe-169946-step-0-4\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: none;\"><div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-text\">Serve and top with pomegranate seed.<\/div><div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-media wprm-recipe-instruction-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"300\" height=\"200\" src=\"https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/Watermelon-Feta-Salad-5-300x200.jpg\" class=\"attachment-medium size-medium\" alt=\"Top down view of watermelon feta salad with cucumber, red onion, and mint served inside a watermelon bowl with a serving spoon.\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/Watermelon-Feta-Salad-5-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/Watermelon-Feta-Salad-5-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/Watermelon-Feta-Salad-5-150x100.jpg 150w, https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/Watermelon-Feta-Salad-5-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/Watermelon-Feta-Salad-5-400x267.jpg 400w, https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/Watermelon-Feta-Salad-5.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/div> <\/li><\/ul><\/div><\/div>\n\t<div id=\"recipe-video\"><\/div><div id=\"wprm-recipe-video-container-169946\" class=\"wprm-recipe-video-container\"><h3 class=\"wprm-recipe-header wprm-recipe-video-header wprm-block-text-none wprm-align-left wprm-header-decoration-none\" style=\"\">Video<\/h3><div class=\"wprm-recipe-video\"><iframe title=\"10-Minute Watermelon Feta Salad: Bursting with Flavor\" width=\"800\" height=\"450\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/mlWV7uDD8FI?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe><\/div><\/div>\n\t<div id=\"recipe-169946-notes\" class=\"wprm-recipe-notes-container wprm-block-text-normal\"><h3 class=\"wprm-recipe-header wprm-recipe-notes-header wprm-block-text-none wprm-align-left wprm-header-decoration-none\" style=\"\">Notes<\/h3><div class=\"wprm-recipe-notes\"><h3 data-path-to-node=\"2\">Storage and Make Ahead<\/h3>\n<span data-path-to-node=\"3\" style=\"display: block;\">Because melon releases a lot of juice once you cut it and mix it with salt, this watermelon feta and mint salad is honestly best served right after you make it. But if you have leftovers or want to prep it early, here is what I do.<\/span><div class=\"wprm-spacer\"><\/div>\n<ul data-path-to-node=\"4\">\n<li>\n<span data-path-to-node=\"4,0,0\" style=\"display: block;\"><b data-path-to-node=\"4,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\">Make ahead:<\/b> Chop the watermelon, cucumber, and red onion up to a day in advance. Keep them in separate airtight containers in the fridge. You can also mix the dressing ahead of time and keep it in a small jar. Toss everything together right before you serve it.<\/span><div class=\"wprm-spacer\"><\/div>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<span data-path-to-node=\"4,1,0\" style=\"display: block;\"><b data-path-to-node=\"4,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\">Storage:<\/b> If you have leftovers, they will keep in the fridge for about two days in an airtight container. The melon will release liquid and soften the cheese, but it still tastes good. Just use a slotted spoon to serve it so you leave the excess juices in the bowl.<\/span><div class=\"wprm-spacer\"><\/div>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<span data-path-to-node=\"4,2,0\" style=\"display: block;\"><b data-path-to-node=\"4,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\">Freezing:<\/b> I do not recommend freezing this. Fresh watermelon and cucumber will turn completely mushy once thawed.<\/span><div class=\"wprm-spacer\"><\/div>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<span data-path-to-node=\"7\" style=\"display: block;\">Happy cooking! Xx<\/span><div class=\"wprm-spacer\"><\/div>\n<span data-path-to-node=\"9\" style=\"display: block;\"><div class=\"wprm-recipe-tip-shortcode wprm-recipe-tip wprm-recipe-tip-style-left-border-straight wprm-recipe-instruction-tip-style-left-border-straight\" style=\"--wprm-tip-accent: #f02c2c;--wprm-tip-text-color: #000000;\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-icon wprm-recipe-tip-icon wprm-recipe-instruction-tip-icon\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewBox=\"0 0 46 49\" fill=\"none\"><g fill=\"#f02c2c\" clip-path=\"url(#a)\"><path d=\"M0 24.617c0 13.233 10.766 24 24 24l.002.001c8.65 0 16.526-4.59 20.81-12.05l-2.764-1.422C38.296 41.572 31.478 45.521 24 45.521c-11.526 0-20.904-9.378-20.904-20.904C3.096 13.09 12.474 3.713 24 3.713c7.634 0 14.522 4.067 18.23 10.688l2.788-1.373C40.786 5.345 32.832.617 24 .617c-13.234 0-24 10.766-24 24Z\"\/><path fill-rule=\"evenodd\" d=\"M19.733 11.126v26.982h4.232c7.438 0 13.491-6.053 13.491-13.491 0-7.439-6.053-13.492-13.491-13.492h-4.232Zm4.23 23.788h-1.105V14.318h1.105c5.679 0 10.298 4.62 10.298 10.299 0 5.678-4.62 10.297-10.298 10.297Z\" clip-rule=\"evenodd\"\/><\/g><defs><clipPath id=\"a\"><path fill=\"#f02c2c\" d=\"M0 .617h45.018v48H0z\"\/><\/clipPath><\/defs><\/svg><\/span><div class=\"wprm-recipe-tip-text wprm-recipe-instruction-tip-text\">Keep your watermelon and cucumber in the fridge until right before you start chopping. Serving this dish completely cold helps the fruit stay firm and crisp, making it so much more refreshing on a hot day.<\/div><\/div><\/span><\/div><\/div>\n\t<div class=\"cwp-food-nutrition\">\n\t\t<div id=\"recipe-169946-nutrition\" class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-shortcode-container\"><h3 class=\"wprm-recipe-header wprm-recipe-nutrition-header wprm-block-text-none wprm-align-left wprm-header-decoration-none\" style=\"\">Nutrition<\/h3><div class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-container wprm-nutrition-label-container-simple wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"text-align: left;\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-calories\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\">Calories: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">300<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">kcal<\/span><\/span><span style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\"> | <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-carbohydrates\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\">Carbohydrates: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">39<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">g<\/span><\/span><span style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\"> | <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-protein\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\">Protein: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">8<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">g<\/span><\/span><span style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\"> | <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-fat\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\">Fat: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">14<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">g<\/span><\/span><span style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\"> | <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-saturated_fat\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\">Saturated Fat: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">6<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">g<\/span><\/span><span style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\"> | <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-polyunsaturated_fat\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\">Polyunsaturated Fat: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">1<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">g<\/span><\/span><span style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\"> | <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-monounsaturated_fat\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\">Monounsaturated Fat: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">5<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">g<\/span><\/span><span style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\"> | <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-cholesterol\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\">Cholesterol: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">35<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">mg<\/span><\/span><span style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\"> | <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-sodium\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\">Sodium: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">606<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">mg<\/span><\/span><span style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\"> | <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-potassium\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\">Potassium: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">413<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">mg<\/span><\/span><span style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\"> | <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-fiber\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\">Fiber: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">3<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">g<\/span><\/span><span style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\"> | <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-sugar\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\">Sugar: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">30<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">g<\/span><\/span><span style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\"> | <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-vitamin_a\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\">Vitamin A: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">1388<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">IU<\/span><\/span><span style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\"> | <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-vitamin_c\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\">Vitamin C: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">22<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">mg<\/span><\/span><span style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\"> | <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-calcium\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\">Calcium: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">239<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">mg<\/span><\/span><span style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\"> | <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-iron\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\">Iron: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">1<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">mg<\/span><\/span><\/div><\/div>\n\t\t<p class=\"has-tiny-font-size\">Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.<\/p>\n\t<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"wprm-call-to-action wprm-call-to-action-simple\" style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--background);background-color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground);margin: 0px;padding-top: var(--wp--custom--layout--padding);padding-bottom: var(--wp--custom--layout--padding);\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-icon wprm-call-to-action-icon\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewBox=\"0 0 46 49\" fill=\"none\"><g fill=\"var(--wp--preset--color--secondary)\" clip-path=\"url(#a)\"><path d=\"M0 24.617c0 13.233 10.766 24 24 24l.002.001c8.65 0 16.526-4.59 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