Best 7 Watermelon Salad With Red Onion And Black Olives Recipes

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Indulge in a refreshing and vibrant culinary experience with our tantalizing Watermelon Salad, a delectable dish that bursts with summer flavors. Featuring a harmonious blend of juicy watermelon, crisp red onion, savory black olives, and tangy feta cheese, this salad offers a delightful interplay of textures and tastes. Drizzled with a zesty lemon-mint dressing, it's a perfect side dish for any barbecue or potluck, or a light and refreshing meal on a hot summer day.

Additionally, discover variations of this classic salad, including a Watermelon and Arugula Salad with Feta and Pistachios, where the peppery arugula adds a spicy kick, and the pistachios provide a nutty crunch. For a vegan option, try the Watermelon and Chickpea Salad with Cucumber and Red Onion, where chickpeas add a protein boost and cucumber offers a cooling freshness. And if you're craving a more tropical twist, the Watermelon and Mango Salad with Lime and Cilantro is a delightful fusion of sweet and tangy flavors.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

WATERMELON, FETA AND BLACK OLIVE SALAD



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A co-worker introduced me to this salad. The combination sounds odd, but it all works! The sweetness of the melon, the tanginess of the feta, and the tartness of the lime combine to make an amazing taste sensation!

Provided by yooper

Categories     Cheese

Time 15m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 small red onion, cut into thin half moon slices
2 -3 limes, juice of
1/2 lb feta cheese, cut into 1 inch cubes
4 cups watermelon, cut into 1 inch cubes
1/2 cup pitted oil-cured black olive
1 cup whole flat leaf parsley
1/4 cup chopped of fresh mint
3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
1/8 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Place the onion slices in a small bowl, add the juices from the limes; set aside.
  • In a large bowl, combine the feta cheese cubes with the watermelon cubes, the black olives, parsley, mint, olive oil, and pepper.
  • Add the onion and lime juice mixture and gently toss to combine.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 165, Fat 12.2, SaturatedFat 5.1, Cholesterol 25.3, Sodium 397.1, Carbohydrate 10.8, Fiber 1.6, Sugar 6.6, Protein 5.1

WATERMELON AND FETA SALAD



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I made up this salad one day when I bought a watermelon on special and didn't know what to do with it. It sounds unusual but it really works... It's great as a fresh starter or as an accompaniment to grilled fish or even a hot spicy curry to act as a cooler.

Provided by Lee Jackson

Categories     Salad     Fruit Salad Recipes

Time 50m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 red onion, thinly sliced
2 limes, juiced
½ watermelon, cut into bite-sized cubes
1 (4 ounce) package Greek feta cheese, cubed
20 pitted black olives
2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro
2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
salt and ground black pepper to taste
1 teaspoon brown sugar

Steps:

  • Mix red onion and lime juice together in a bowl. Refrigerate until onion turns bright pink, about 30 minutes.
  • Add watermelon, feta cheese, olives, cilantro, parsley, and olive oil to the onion mixture; mix well. Season with salt and pepper. Add brown sugar if lime juice tastes too sharp.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 245.2 calories, Carbohydrate 34 g, Cholesterol 16.8 mg, Fat 11.6 g, Fiber 2.5 g, Protein 5.4 g, SaturatedFat 3.5 g, Sodium 625.4 mg, Sugar 25.9 g

WATERMELON SUMMER SALAD



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This is a recipe I stumbled upon one hot lazy afternoon. Don't be scared by the ingredients, they work together to make a very tasty and refreshing salad. Go ahead and try it - be prepared for a pleasant surprise!

Provided by Jessica Mayo

Categories     Salad     Fruit Salad Recipes

Time 30m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 7

¾ cup halved, thinly sliced red onion
1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
1 ½ quarts seeded, cubed watermelon
¾ cup crumbled feta cheese
½ cup pitted black olive halves
1 cup chopped fresh mint
2 tablespoons olive oil

Steps:

  • Place the onion slices in a small bowl with the lime juice. The acid of the lime will mellow the flavor of the raw onion. Let stand for 10 minutes.
  • In a large bowl, combine the watermelon cubes, feta cheese, black olives, onions with the lime juice, and mint. Drizzle olive oil over it all, and toss to blend. Dig in and be prepared for a pleasant surprise!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 156.5 calories, Carbohydrate 14.8 g, Cholesterol 16.7 mg, Fat 10 g, Fiber 1.3 g, Protein 4 g, SaturatedFat 3.6 g, Sodium 315 mg, Sugar 10.9 g

WATERMELON SALAD WITH RED ONION AND BLACK OLIVES



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This refreshing salad gets a tangy bite from olives and red onion.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Salad Recipes

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 yellow or red watermelon (8 to 10 pounds)
1/2 red onion, sliced as thinly as possible into rounds
1/4 cup oil-cured black olives, pitted
1/2 cup loosely packed cilantro leaves
1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
2 teaspoons sherry vinegar
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Cut watermelon flesh into 1 1/2-inch chunks; remove seeds. Toss watermelon with onion, olives, and cilantro to combine.
  • Drizzle olive oil and vinegar over salad and sprinkle with salt and pepper. Toss and adjust seasonings with more oil, vinegar, salt, or pepper as desired. Serve immediately.

GREEK-STYLE WATERMELON SALAD



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It's not an immediately obvious combination - watermelon, cucumber, olives and feta - but one bite will leave you convinced that this savory-sweet summer salad is something truly special. The astringent punch of the olives and feta provides a sophisticated counterpoint to the watery mellowness of the melon and cucumber. With a hunk of bread, it's a lovely light lunch; with practically any grilled meat or fish, it's an ideal summer supper.

Provided by Mark Bittman

Categories     easy, quick, salads and dressings

Time 5m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 9

3 cups cubed watermelon
2 large ripe tomatoes
1 medium cucumber
1 small red onion
1/3 cup pitted kalamata olives
1/3 cup crumbled feta
Some chopped parsley and mint
Olive oil and red-wine vinegar
Salt and pepper

Steps:

  • In a large bowl combine 3 cups cubed watermelon; 2 large ripe tomatoes, chopped; 1 medium cucumber, peeled, seeded and chopped; 1 small red onion, sliced; 1/3 cup pitted kalamata olives; 1/3 cup crumbled feta; and some chopped parsley and mint. Drizzle with olive oil and red-wine vinegar, sprinkle with salt and pepper, toss and serve.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 147, UnsaturatedFat 5 grams, Carbohydrate 17 grams, Fat 8 grams, Fiber 3 grams, Protein 4 grams, SaturatedFat 3 grams, Sodium 698 milligrams, Sugar 11 grams

WATERMELON, FETA, ONION AND BLACK OLIVE SALAD



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Yield 8 people

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 (4- to 4 1/2-pound) piece watermelon, preferably seedless
3 large ripe tomatoes, preferably green or orange heirlooms, seeded and cut into 1-inch cubes
1 medium red onion
2-4 limes, depending on amount of juice
4 tablespoons chopped fresh mint
1 bunch fresh flat leaf parsley
3-4 Tbsp. olive oil
100 gm pitted black olives (optional)
250g feta
black pepper

Steps:

  • Peel and halve the red union and cut into very fine half-moons and put in a small bowl to steep with the lime juice for 4-6 hours, to bring out the transparent pinkness in the onion and diminish their rasp. Two limes' worth should do it unless they are not juicy and then you need to add more. Remove the rind and pips from the watermelon and cut into approximately 4cm triangular chunks. Cut the feta and tomatoes into similar sized pieces and put them both into a large, wide shallow bowl. Tear off sprigs of parsley so that is it is used like a salad leaf and add to the bowl along with the chopped mint. Tip the now glowingly puce onions, along with their pink juices over the salad in the bowl, add the oil and olives, then using your hands, toss the salad very gently so that the feta and melon don't lose their shape. Add a good grinding of black pepper and taste to see if the dressing needs more lime. Tip the now glowingly puce onions, along with their pink juices over the salad in the bowl, add the oil and olives, then using your hands, toss the salad very gently so that the feta and melon don't lose their shape. Add a good grinding of black pepper and taste to see if the dressing needs more lime.

WATERMELON, FETA, AND BLACK OLIVE SALAD



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Make and share this Watermelon, Feta, and Black Olive Salad recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Papagayita

Categories     Melons

Time 25m

Yield 8-10 , 8-10 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 small red onion
2 -4 limes, depending on juiciness
48 ounces watermelon, flesh- sweet ripe
9 ounces feta cheese
1 bunch flat leaf parsley, chopped (optional)
1 bunch mint, chopped
3 -4 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
4 ounces pitted black olives
black pepper

Steps:

  • Peel and halve the red onion and cut into very fine half-moons and put in a small bowl to steep with juice of two limes (more if they are dried up) to bring out the transparent pinkness in the onions and diminish their "onion-ness.".
  • Remove the rind and seeds (if necessary) from the watermelon, and cut into approximately 1 1/2 inch triangular chunks or use a melon baller. Cut the feta into similar sized pieces and put them both into a large, wide shallow bowl. Add chopped mint, along with sprigs of parsley if desired.
  • Pour onions, along with their juices, over the salad in a bowl, add olive oil and olives, then using your hands toss the salad gently so that the feta and melon don't lose their shape. Add a grinding of black pepper and taste to see whether the dressing needs more lime.

Tips:

  • Choose a ripe and juicy watermelon for the best flavor.
  • Cut the watermelon into small cubes for easy eating.
  • Use a sharp knife to thinly slice the red onion to avoid overpowering the other ingredients.
  • If you don't have black olives, you can use kalamata olives or another type of brine-cured olive.
  • Fresh herbs, such as mint or basil, can add a pop of flavor to the salad.
  • Serve the salad immediately or chill it for later.

Conclusion:

This watermelon salad is a refreshing and flavorful side dish that is perfect for summer gatherings. The sweet watermelon, tangy red onion, and salty black olives are a delicious combination. The salad is also very easy to make, so it's a great option for busy weeknights.

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