Vegan Watermelon Salad with Mint and Cucumber

5 from 1 vote

Vegan Watermelon Salad with Mint and Cucumber

This vegan watermelon salad is such a fantastic summer dish. Made with cucumber, vegan feta cheese, mint and lemon, it makes for a zesty refreshing salad that’s perfect to rehydrate on a hot day. Bring it to potlucks or make it at BBQs for an eye-catching side salad that everyone will love.

Prep Time15

Total Time15

Course: Appetizer, Main Course, Salad

Cuisine: American

Keyword: dairy-free, gluten-free, healthy, Low in fat, No granulated sugar, nut-free, salad, tofu, Vegan, vegetarian

Servings:

Calories: 173kcal

Author: Jessica Laroche

Ingredients

4 cups watermelon cubed in bite size
3 cups cucumber cubed in bite size
½ cup fresh mint minced
⅓ cup sliced red onion
3 tbsp lemon juice
½ lemon, zested
¼ tsp salt or to taste
1 batch of vegan feta cheese homemade or store-bought, cubed

Instructions

Start by making the tofu feta cheese (make the day before if possible). You can also use store bought cheese.
Cube the watermelon and cucumber. Mince the mint and red onion.
In a large bowl, combine the watermelon, cucumber, mint and red onion. Add the tofu-feta, lemon juice, lemon zest and salt to taste. Mix gently. Enjoy!

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Notes

This salad is best when eaten on the same day, but leftovers can be kept in the fridge for a day or two (the watermelon can get soggy while storing).
Nutrition: please note that the nutritional information is an estimate per serving provided for informational purposes only (calculated by software) and accuracy is not guaranteed. Consult with your healthcare provider or a registered dietitian if you need precise nutrition calculations for health reasons.

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