12 Refreshing Watermelon and Feta Recipes

Greek Watermelon Pizza
Photo: Katherine Martinelli

Watermelon and feta make an unlikely pair, but their flavors perfectly complement each other in a way that you have to taste to understand. Whether you're looking for a cooling salad, a fun and easy-to-assemble "pizza," or an incredibly quick appetizer you can throw together with just a few ingredients, you'll find a refreshing new favorite in this collection of our best watermelon and feta recipes.

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Herb Watermelon Feta Salad

Herb Watermelon Feta Salad in a white bowl
Kim's Cooking Now

This top-rated salad is perfect for summertime serving. "I love this salad," says reviewer Sarah Witenhafer. Every time I eat it, I become a bit more thankful for small blessings."

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Watermelon and Tomato Feta Salad

Watermelon and Tomato Feta Salad
Dianne

"An unexpected but deliciously addictive flavor combination," according to recipe creator KIERSA. "This recipe serves two, but you may want it all for yourself."

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Watermelon and Feta Salad with Arugula and Spinach

Watermelon and Feta Salad with Arugula and Spinach
Watermelon and Feta Salad with Arugula and Spinach | Photo by Stirring up Trouble.

Here's a fresh and flavorful salad everyone at your table will love. "I can't count the number of times I've made this over the summer both at home at at friends' homes for potluck," says reviewer Maggie Garvey.

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Greek Watermelon Pizza

Greek Watermelon Pizza
Katherine Martinelli

"A perfect summer appetizer or even light lunch, this Greek watermelon pizza looks beautiful, is a little different, and couldn't be easier to make," according to recipe creator Katherine Martinelli.

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Refreshing Cucumber Watermelon Salad

Refreshing Cucumber Watermelon Salad
Photo by Miriam A Taglinao.

You only need seven ingredients to make this refreshing salad: watermelon cubes, a red onion, lime juice, olive oil, baby cucumbers, feta cheese, and mint leaves.

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Watermelon-Feta Skewers

Watermelon-Feta Skewers

This is a great appetizer to whip up quickly when you have unannounced guests, according to recipe creator barbara. You just need watermelon cubes, feta, and fresh mint sprigs.

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Sweet and Peppery Watermelon Salad

Sweet and Peppery Watermelon Salad
Soup Loving Nicole

"When I first tasted this salad at a gathering I couldn't stop eating it," says recipe creator Elma. "I was sure to obtain the recipe and have been making it ever since."

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Arugula and Watermelon Salad

Arugula and Watermelon Salad
lutzflcat

This five-ingredient salad (made with arugula, watermelon, red onion, feta, and balsamic vinaigrette) packs a flavorful punch. Recipe creator Joshua recommends caramelizing the onions for a sweeter salad.

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Watermelon Salad with Mint Dressing

Watermelon Salad with Mint Dressing
lutzflcat

"A very fresh sweet and salty salad, perfect for a summer barbeque," according to recipe creator laurenholly2008. "Garnish with an extra sprinkling of feta cheese, and some small sprigs of mint."

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Refreshing Watermelon Salad

Refreshing Watermelon Salad
CookinBug

Made with cucumbers, cilantro, watermelon, and feta, it doesn't get much more refreshing than this salad. It's the perfect way to cool down on a hot summer day.

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Grilled Peaches and Watermelon
Meredith

Can't get enough watermelon in your life? We don't blame you. Find more information in our collections Refreshing Ways to Make the Most of Watermelon Season and Savory Watermelon Recipes.

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