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If summer had a signature dish, Watermelon Cucumber Salad would be it. Juicy, refreshing, crunchy, tangy, and just a little spicy — it’s the edible version of poolside bliss. This isn’t your average picnic side. This is salad with swagger.
Packed with hydrating watermelon, crisp Persian cucumbers, sweet berries, creamy feta, crunchy nuts, and a hit of Tajin spice, this dish does the most with minimal effort. Whether you’re feeding a crowd, cleaning out the fridge, or just trying to eat something that didn’t come from a bag, this salad delivers.
Let’s Make Watermelon Cucumber Salad with Tajin & Feta
Why You’ll Love Watermelon Cucumber Salad
It’s fresh. Like, really fresh.
This salad tastes like a cool breeze on a hot day. Watermelon and cucumber are both over 90% water, which means they’re basically nature’s sports drinks — only better looking and way more delicious. Add berries for natural sweetness and lime for that citrusy zing, and you’ve got a bowl full of hydration and flavor.
It’s a nutrition powerhouse
Here’s your flex: this watermelon cucumber salad is as healthy as it is gorgeous.
Watermelon: Rich in lycopene (hello, antioxidants!) and hydrating AF
Cucumbers: Packed with fiber, vitamin K, and anti-inflammatory properties
Berries: High in vitamin C and natural sweetness
Nuts: Heart-healthy fats and protein to keep you full
Feta: A salty, creamy calcium boost
Olive Oil: Anti-inflammatory and loaded with good fats
Lime Juice: Adds brightness and a punch of vitamin C
Tajin: The not-so-secret weapon for flavor without extra calories
This salad is basically your multivitamin wearing a sundress.
Zero Cooking. Maximum Flavor.
No stove. No oven. No sweat — literally. This easy watermelon cucumber salad comes together in under 15 minutes. Just chop, toss, and serve. It’s the kind of recipe that makes you feel like you’ve got your life together, even if you’re eating it out of a mixing bowl in front of the fridge (we don’t judge).
Want to meal prep? You can chop the watermelon and cucumber ahead of time and store them separately. Add the nuts, feta, and Tajin just before serving for max crunch and flavor.
Perfect for Any Occasion
Summer BBQs: Pairs perfectly with grilled chicken, shrimp, or tacos
Brunch Buffets: A refreshing contrast to eggs and pastries
Weeknight Dinners: Light enough for a side, satisfying enough for a main
Impress-the-guests Moments: Because this salad looks like you tried (you didn’t)
It’s also totally customizable. Use whatever berries you’ve got — blueberries, strawberries, blackberries. Swap pistachios for almonds or pecans. Use vegan feta or skip it altogether if you’re dairy-free. This salad plays well with others.
One Bite and You’ll Be Hooked
This watermelon cucumber salad is a vibe. It’s sweet, salty, tangy, crunchy, and a little spicy — basically everything your tastebuds want in one forkful. The Tajin gives it that street-food flair. The feta makes it feel fancy. And the watermelon? Well, it makes everything taste like sunshine.
Add this to your summer rotation and you’ll never show up to a potluck empty-handed again.
Stay cool with this refreshing watermelon cucumber salad! Made with berries, lime, feta, and Tajin, it’s sweet, salty, tangy, and a little spicy — plus no cooking required. Ready in 15 minutes, perfect for summer BBQs, picnics, or easy weeknight dinners. Healthy, hydrating, and 100% delicious.
Ingredients
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1/3cup walnuts, pistachio nutmeats, almonds or your nut of choice
5cups bite-sized watermelon chunks
2 Persian or mini cucumbers, sliced into thin rounds
6ounces blueberries or blackberries
4ounces feta cheese, crumbled
1/4cup freshly squeezed lime juice
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 tablespoon chili lime seasoning, such as tajín
salt and pepper to taste
(optional) fresh mint garnish
Instructions
In a small skillet over medium-low heat, toast the nuts for about 2 minutes, stirring to avoid burning. Set aside to cool.
In a large bowl, combine the watermelon and cucumbers. Add the berries and cooled nuts. Sprinkle in the feta, lime juice, olive oil, chili lime seasoning, and a pinch of salt.
Toss gently and garnish with fresh mint (if desired).
