Sweet, colorful, and fresh Grilled Watermelon Salad with feta and blueberries is ready in under 20 minutes and makes an easy side dish for Memorial day celebrations, hot summer days or every day.
Suitable for vegetarian and gluten free diets. Post includes Weight Watchers points.
Grilled Watermelon Salad is a staple salad throughout the summer. months that can be served along with EVERYTHING. It is so simple to make and a great way to use up leftover fruit.
Smoky caramelized watermelon pairs so well with sweet juicy blueberries and salty feta to make a truly delicious summer salad. Just like this Strawberry Avocado Pasta Salad.
Make this watermelon feta salad for all your summer gatherings, picnics, Memorial day, pool parties, potlucks, and lunch boxes! Plus it is an easy way to get kids to eat good-for-you fresh fruits.
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Why Make This Recipe
- Quick and easy – ready in under 20 minutes.
- Colorful, light, fresh.
- Feed a Crowd – Double or even triple this recipe to feed a crowd.
- Affordable – it is affordable and made with everyday ingredients.
- Dietary – it is vegetarian and gluten free.
Ingredient Notes
- Watermelon – Try and get ripe seedless watermelon.
- Feta – This recipe used plain feta, but marinated feta can work too.
- Blueberries – Use ripe sweet ones.
- Salad dressing – A mixture of olive oil, lime juice, orange juice, and salt completes this fruity salad.
- Mint – Fresh mint adds great flavor and color too!
How To Make Grilled Watermelon Salad With Feta
Get full ingredients list and instructions from the recipe card below.
- Heat an outdoor grill to high, or heat a griddle pan on the stovetop.
- Cut the watermelon into half-inch thick wedges, remove the rind, and use 1 tablespoon of olive oil to brush onto both sides of the wedges.
- Cook watermelon on each side for 2-3 minutes until grill marks develop.
- Arrange the grilled watermelon on a serving plate and top with feta and blueberries.
- In a small bowl, mix together olive oil, lime juice, orange juice, and salt, then drizzle over the salad.
- Garnish with mint leaves and serve immediately.
Tips For Success
- Brush the watermelon with oil before grilling so that it does not stick to the grates.
- For extra flavor, marinate the feta or blueberries beforehand.
Variations
- Vary herbs – use basil or cilantro instead.
- Make it spicy – If your family loves spicy food, add a bit of crushed red pepper or diced jalapenos to the salad.
- Add greens – Feel free to add greens like spinach and arugula.
- Add veggies – Add sliced sweet bell peppers or red onions.
Budget-Friendly Tips
- Swap out the blueberries for other berries that you have on hand.
- Use another salty cheese that you have on hand.
Storage
- This is best made and served straight away.
More Recipes You Make Like
- Strawberry Avocado Pasta Salad.
- Mexican Paletas (Fruit Popsicles).
- Melon Agua Fresca.
Weight Watchers Points
There are 4 Blue Plan SmartPoints in one serving of this.
Tools To Make This
- A sharp knife.
- A cutting board.
- Measuring cups and spoons.
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Grilled Watermelon Salad with Feta and Blueberries
A flavorful and colorful summer salad that is so easy to make!
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Servings: 8
Calories: 296kcal
Ingredients
- 1 small watermelon seedless variety, if possible
- 2 ½ tablespoons olive oil divided
- 7 ounces (200g) feta cheese crumbled
- 2 cups (380g) blueberries
- 2 tablespoons orange juice
- juice from one lime
- mint leaves for garnish
Instructions
- Heat an outdoor grill to high, or heat a griddle pan on the stovetop.
- Cut the watermelon into half-inch thick wedges, remove the rind, and use 1 tablespoon of olive oil to brush onto both sides of the wedges.
- Cook watermelon on each side for 2-3 minutes until grill marks develop.
- Arrange the grilled watermelon on a serving plate and top with feta and blueberries.
- In a small bowl, mix together olive oil, lime juice, orange juice, and salt, then drizzle over the salad.
- Garnish with mint leaves and serve immediately.
Notes
Tips For Success
- Brush the watermelon with oil before grilling so that it does not stick to the grates.
- For extra flavor, marinate the feta or blueberries beforehand.
Variations
- Vary herbs – use basil or cilantro instead.
- Make it spicy – If your family loves spicy food, add a bit of crushed red pepper or diced jalapenos to the salad.
- Add greens – Feel free to add greens like spinach and arugula.
- Add veggies – Add sliced sweet bell peppers or red onions.
Budget-Friendly Tips
- Swap out the blueberries for other berries that you have on hand.
- Use another salty cheese that you have on hand.
Weight Watchers Points
There are 4 Blue Plan SmartPoints in a serving of this.Nutrition
Calories: 296kcal | Carbohydrates: 49g | Protein: 7g | Fat: 11g | Saturated Fat: 4g | Cholesterol: 22mg | Sodium: 283mg | Potassium: 682mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 40g | Vitamin A: 3334IU | Vitamin C: 51mg | Calcium: 164mg | Iron: 2mg
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