Watermelon Salad

As strange as it sounds, sweet, juicy watermelon with feta, red onion and mint is a winning combination. This summery, light salad is refreshing and is perfect for a summer barbeque.

Ingredients

• 1 kg / 2 lbs watermelon
• 1 small Spanish red onion (, finely sliced)
• 3 tbsp red wine vinegar
• Salt and pepper
• Salt and pepper
• 5 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
• 1 1/2 tbs fresh mint (, roughly chopped)
• 75 g / 3 oz Danish feta cheese (, crumbled into medium size pieces)
• Whole mint sprigs (, to garnish)

Instructions

1. 1

   Cut the flesh from the melon and cut into bite size pieces, removing and discarding the seeds, and set aside. Peel and halve the onion, and thinly slice.

2. 2

   In a small bowl, combine the vinegar, salt, pepper, and whisk until salt is dissolved. Slowly whisk in the olive oil, a few drops at a time. Add in the chopped mint, taste, and adjust seasonings.

3. 3

   In a large bowl, combine the melon, onion, and feta. Pour the dressing over the melon mixture and toss gently until everything is coated and evenly mixed. Garnish with mint sprigs.