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Albanian Watermelon Feta Salad

Cultural Context

Originating from Albania, this refreshing salad combines the sweetness of watermelon with the salty richness of feta cheese, often enjoyed during summer gatherings. It's a celebration of seasonal produce, highlighting the harmony between sweet and savory flavors. Today, variations of this salad can be found across the Mediterranean, adapting to local ingredients and preferences.

AlbanianALside
10 min
easy
4 servings
Servings4
4 cups watermelon, cubed
1 cup feta cheese, crumbled
1 cup cucumbers, diced
1/2 cup fresh basil, chopped
1 lime, juiced
1/2 medium red onion, thinly sliced
3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
1/4 cup fresh mint, chopped

Quantities are estimated based on standard recipes for your convenience. The actual ingredients used in this video are accurate.

feta cheese

🥗Healthier: low-fat feta

💰Cheaper: ricotta

Low-fat feta reduces calories while ricotta offers a creamy texture.

balsamic vinegar

🥗Healthier: apple cider vinegar

💰Cheaper: red wine vinegar

Apple cider vinegar is lighter and red wine vinegar is more affordable.

1

Cut the red onion into small pieces and marinate with lime juice and red wine vinegar.

2

Chop cucumbers into bite-sized pieces, ensuring they are firm and not too juicy.

3

Cut watermelon into bite-sized pieces, following the white and red parts of the fruit.

4

Chop fresh basil leaves by rolling them together and slicing.

5

Remove mint leaves from stems and chop them roughly.

6

Crumble feta cheese into small pieces.

7

Combine watermelon, feta, cucumbers, basil, mint, marinated onions, and drizzle with olive oil.

8

Gently toss the salad to combine all ingredients.

Spice Level:

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Dietary

vegetarian

Allergens

dairy

Also Known As

Salatë me Pjeshkë dhe Feta

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