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This showstopping Melon Salad is crunchy and sweet and sure to be your go-to recipe all summer. Itโ€™s a fresh twist on the classic watermelon feta salad.

An oval platter of melon feta salad features rows of red, orange, and green melon balls topped with crumbled cheese, herbs, and seeds. Fresh mint leaves, serving utensils, a striped napkin, and a bowl of extra melon balls complete the scene.
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โ€“ Julie T

This version is made with four types of melon, a nutty, creamy feta crumble, and a sweet lemon-honey dressing that youโ€™ll want to pour over everything. The melon is shaped into spheres with a melon baller, but if you donโ€™t have one just cube the fruit (check out my chessboard salad).

Serving Suggestion

Serve it as a colorful side dish or enjoy it as a delicious light meal on its own. You can even spoon the salad into martini glasses for a fun starter when entertaining.

A vibrant Melon Salad platter of red, orange, and green melon balls, topped with crumbled cheese, herbs, and mint leaves, arranged neatly in rows on a white oval dish.

Melon Salad Ingredientsย 

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  • Melon:ย Youโ€™ll need cantaloupe, Galia (green-fleshed), honeydew (white-fleshed), and watermelon, but any melon you have on hand will do.ย 
  • Fresh mint:ย Mint adds a fresh and cool flavor, perfect for summer.ย 
  • Lemon:ย  Youโ€™ll need the juice of one lemon to make the dressing. You can swap for two limes.
  • Honey:ย I use acacia honey, but use what honey you have.ย 
  • Pistachio:ย Finely chopped and roasted pistachios form the base of the crunchy topping.
  • Feta cheese:ย I prefer a block of feta, as it tends to be creamier, but use any feta you like.

How to Make a Melon Salad with Feta

A close-up of a sliced watermelon half on a wooden cutting board, showing seedless red flesh with unusual swirling patterns.
  1. Halve the four melons (save the other halves to snack on).
A hand holds half a watermelon on a cutting board while a small spoon scoops the red flesh.
  1. Scoop out the melon balls with a melon baller.
A food processor bowl with unshelled pistachios and fresh mint leaves inside, viewed from above.
  1. Blend the pistachios and fresh mint in a mini food processor.
A hand holds a bowl of crumbled feta mixed with basil and nuts, creating the perfect topping for a refreshing Melon Salad.
  1. Addย crumbled feta.
A plate with a scattered mixture of crumbled white cheese and herbs, with a spoon scooping some of the mixture at the edge of the plate.
  1. Spoon half the nut and feta mixture onto a large platter.
A hand arranges green melon balls on a platter with red watermelon balls and orange cantaloupe balls, atop a layer of crumbled cheese mixed with herbs.
  1. Arrange the melon balls on top.
A vibrant Melon Salad platter with rows of watermelon, cantaloupe, and honeydew melon balls, arranged by color, with a hand holding a spoon and topping a crumbly feta mixture at the bottom right.
  1. Sprinkle the remaining nut crumble over the melon.
A hand pours dressing from a glass over a platter of red, orange, and green melon balls mixed with crumbled cheese and herbs.
  1. Mix the lemon juice with honey and pour the dressing over the salad.

Possible Variations

  • Arrange the melon in groups like I did or place them randomly.
  • Swap one or two of the melons:ย Try mango, avocado, grapes, cucumber, or pomegranate.
  • Add extra virgin olive oil or finely chopped red onion to the dressing for a more pungent flavor.
  • Make the dressing spicy:ย Use hot honey, or add red pepper flakes, or chili flakes.
  • Replace the fresh herbs:ย Try fresh basil, dill, or lemon balm.
  • Add salad: Arrange the melon balls on a base of arugula or watercress.

How to Store Leftovers

Keep them in an airtight container in the fridge.

FAQs

I donโ€™t have a melon baller, what do I do?

Simply cube the melon into similar-sized pieces instead.

What can I serve the salad with?

It makes a tasty side dish with grilled fish, chicken, or beef.

Iโ€™m not a fan of feta, what can I substitute it with?

Try cheddar, blue cheese, or chop up more nuts (pecans, walnuts, almonds, or macadamia).

Can I make the salad in advance?

You can shape the melon balls a few hours ahead and store them in the fridge, but wait to assemble the salad one hour before serving.

How long will the leftovers stay fresh?

Leftovers are best eaten on the same day, as the salad will get watery over time.

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Recipe at a Glance

  • Prep Time: 30 minutes
  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Servings: 6 people
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An oval platter of melon feta salad features rows of red, orange, and green melon balls topped with crumbled cheese, herbs, and seeds. Fresh mint leaves, serving utensils, a striped napkin, and a bowl of extra melon balls complete the scene.
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Servings: 6 people

Melon Salad

By Sine Siemkowicz
Melon ball salad with a pistachio, mint, and feta crumble.
Prep: 30 minutes
Cook: 0 minutes
Total: 30 minutes
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Equipment

Ingredientsย 

Salad

  • ยฝ watermelon
  • ยฝ Galia melon
  • ยฝ honeydew
  • ยฝ cantaloupe

Feta crumble

  • 5 grams mint, fresh
  • 3 tablespoons pistachios, roasted, salted
  • 150 grams feta

Dressing

  • 1 lemon
  • 2 tablespoons honey

Instructionsย 

  • Halve the four different melons (store the remaining half melons in the fridge to snack on later).
  • Scoop out the melon with a melon baller.
  • Add the pistachios and fresh mint to a mini food processor and blend until you have a coarse crumb.
  • Top with feta and crumble the cheese with your fingers or a fork.
  • Spread half of the nut and cheese mixture onto a platter.
  • Top with the melon balls and then add the remaining pistachio and feta crumble.
  • Squeeze the lemon into a glass or small bowl. Add honey and mix the dressing well.
  • Pour the dressing on top of the salad.
  • Garnish with fresh mint.
  • Serve.

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Nutrition

Calories: 114kcal, Carbohydrates: 10g, Protein: 5g, Fat: 7g, Saturated Fat: 4g, Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g, Monounsaturated Fat: 2g, Cholesterol: 22mg, Sodium: 286mg, Potassium: 87mg, Fiber: 1g, Sugar: 6g, Vitamin A: 160IU, Vitamin C: 10mg, Calcium: 134mg, Iron: 0.5mg

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2 Comments

  1. Julia T says:

    5 stars
    Great simple and delicious

    Reply
    1. Sine says:

      Thank you so much for your kind feedback, Julia. I’m thrilled you like it!

      Reply