Watermelon & Feta Salad

This lovely fresh & tangy salad is perfect for summer when watermelons are in season.

It can be served for lunch with some quinoa or for dinner alongside some griddled fish or meat.

Serves 8 (approx)

Ingredients:

1 small/medium sized fresh watermelon
1 red onion
1 cup of pitted black olives
4 fresh limes – juiced
4 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
2/3 pack of feta cheese
small bunch of mint
small bunch of parsley
freshly ground black pepper

Method:

1. Slice the red onion & steep in lime juice for about 10 mins to release their bitterness & pickle slightly.

2. Cut the watermelon into small cubes & place into a large bowl.

3. Cut or crumble the feta cheese & add to the watermelon.

4. Roughly tear the leaves of mint & parsley & add to the bowl.

5. Add the olive oil & a grind or two of black pepper.

6. Finally after 10 mins, add the onions & lime juice & gently combine all together.

7. Chill until ready to serve.

8. Perfect for summer with some quinoa or grilled fish or meats.