Step by step

Method

4 steps

1. 1

   Cube enough seedless watermelon to get about 5 cups and put it in a wide bowl. Add thinly sliced red onion or cucumber if you're using them.

2. 2

   Drizzle with 2 tablespoons lime juice and 1 tablespoon olive oil. Toss gently so the cubes stay intact and pick up a light sheen.

3. 3

   Scatter 4 oz crumbled feta and ¼ cup torn fresh mint over the top. Season lightly with a pinch of salt and black pepper — the feta is already salty, so go easy.

4. 4

   Serve right away, or chill up to 1 hour. You want cold, juicy watermelon with salty feta and bright mint — not watery melon mush or a salad that tastes only like salt.