Feta Cheese and Watermelon Salad

Additions/variations to watermelon and feta salad:

This recipe is a basic recipe but you may want to add another ingredient or two to make this summer salad different or special from the norm. Here are my favorite suggestions: 

• Red onion: slice red onions paper thin and add to the salad. My husband is not a fan of raw red onion so I don't add onion if I know he is going to be eating it. 
• Cucumbers: Slice a cucumber in half along the length and remove the seeds. Slice into ¼" slices. Add the slices to the salad or dice the cucumber half moons into tiny dice. 
• Jalapeno pepper: remove the stem and seeds of a jalapeno pepper (or other hot pepper of your choice) and finely mince it before adding to the dish. 
• Arugula: Just before serving, sprinkle fresh arugula over the salad. This will not only give a pop of green color but also a nice bite of peppery flavor.
• Honey: add a heavy drizzle of honey or hot honey over the watermelon before serving. 

How to make feta cheese and watermelon salad

1. Start by preparing the watermelon. Use a sharp knife to carefully slice the watermelon into bite-sized cubes, discarding the rind any seeds if you are not using a seedless watermelon. Transfer the cubed watermelon to a large bowl.
2. Next, add the crumbled feta cheese. Sprinkle it evenly over the top of the watermelon cubes, ensuring each bite will have a hint of the tangy cheese.
3. Once the feta is distributed, drizzle the balsamic glaze over the watermelon and cheese. 
4. Chop the mint leaves finely. Scatter the chopped mint over the top of the salad.
5. Gently toss the salad, ensuring all the ingredients are evenly coated and combined. Be careful not to overmix, as the melon cubes may become mushy.