watermelon, mint, and feta salad

an unlikely combination – watermelon, mint, and feta, but the flavors of sweet from the melon and salty from the feta form a nice grouping when balanced with fresh mint. my patio garden is exploding with mint, so this recipe is a nice way to bring your herb garden into your dishes. a little onion and balsamic, and this makes for a fresh summer treat.

watermelon, mint, and feta salad (6 servings)

ingredients:

• 4 cups watermelon, cubed ( ½ inch thick)
• 3 oz Feta cheese
• 2 Tbsp fresh mint, chopped
• 1 small red onion, finely chopped
• 1 ½ Tbsp balsamic vinegar
• Salt and pepper to taste

directions:

1. in a medium bowl, place cubed watermelon
2. add feta cheese, chopped mint, and chopped onion
3. drizzle with balsamic vinegar
4. add a dash of salt and freshly ground pepper to taste