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Watermelon and Feta Salad

Quick/Under 30 mins, Salads

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SERVES:
4
DIFFICULTY:
Easy
PREP TIME:
10 minutes
COOK TIME:

Ingredients

  • 500 g watermelon cut into chunks
  • ½ red (Spanish) onion thinly sliced
  • 1 Lebanese cucumber diced
  • ½ cup fresh mint washed and roughly chopped
  • 100 g reduced fat feta cheese crumbled
  • 1 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
  • 2 tbsp lemon juice freshly squeezed
  • ground black pepper

Method

  • In a large bowl add watermelon, onion, cucumber and mint.
  • In a separate, smaller bowl, add lemon juice, olive oil and black pepper.
  • Pour the dressing over the salad and gentle stir to combine.
  • Crumble with feta.

Notes

Recipe courtesy of Rebecca McPhee, Accredited Practising Dietitian (APD).

Please note the serving size listed is to be used as a guide only. Consider your own individual nutrient and carbohydrate requirements and adjust the serving size as required. If you are unsure of your requirements consult an Accredited Practising Dietitian (APD) for personalises advice.


Nutritional information (per serve)

Calories: 157kcal | Carbohydrates: 11.3g | Protein: 10g | Fat: 8.3g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Sodium: 288mg | Potassium: 290mg | Fiber: 2g
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