The Vegan Watermelon Feta & Blueberry Salad with Lemon Olive Oil is a tasty recipe and has 180 calories per serving. This salad takes 15 minutes to make. It contains watermelon, blueberry, vegan feta cheese, extra virgin olive oil, salt, lemon juice, mint leaves, lemon zest, and black pepper. We may pair this salad with grilled tofu steaks, chickpea salad, garlic pita bread, falafel wraps, veggie wraps, hummus sandwiches, baked tofu, or pasta salad. You may keep this Vegan Watermelon, Feta & Blueberry Salad in the refrigerator for one day.
STATS:
- Total time: 15 minutes
- Course: Salad
- Serving: 4 people
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
- Cook time: Nil
- Serving size: 1 bowl
- Diet: Vegan
- Calories: 180 kcal
- Preparation time: 15 minutes
EQUIPMENT:
- Large mixing bowl
- Small bowl
- Knife
- Cutting board
- Spoon
- Measuring spoons
INGREDIENTS:
- One tbsp. fresh lemon juice
- Two tbsp. extra virgin Olive oil
- 1 cup crumbled vegan feta cheese
- Three cups cubed Watermelon
- 1 cup fresh blueberries
- Quarter tsp. black pepper
- 1 tsp. lemon zest
- Half tsp. salt
- 1 tbsp. chopped mint leaves
INGREDIENT NOTES:
WATERMELON:
- Watermelon will give a natural sweetness and juiciness to this salad. You may use mango cubes as an alternative.
BLUEBERRIES:
- Blueberries include a sweet-tart burst of flavor and color contrast to the salad. You may use blackberries, pomegranate seeds, or cherries as substitutes.
VEGAN FETA CHEESE:
- Vegan feta gives a tarty and slightly salty flavor. You may use firm tofu cubes, marinated tofu feta, or cashew cheese as per your preference.
EXTRA VIRGIN OLIVE OIL:
- Olive oil makes a smooth dressing and aids in coating the elements uniformly. You may use avocado oil, grapeseed oil, or flaxseed oil as another choice.
FRESH LEMON JUICE:
- Fresh lemon juice will give brightness to the salad. You may use orange juice, white balsamic vinegar, or Meyer lemon juice as alternatives.
FRESH MINT LEAVES:
- Fresh mint gives the salad a cool and refreshing flavor that works perfectly with watermelon. You may use fresh basil, lemon balm, or cilantro as substitutes.
LEMON ZEST:
- Lemon zest provides a fresh citrus aroma and boosts the lemon flavor. Lime zest, orange zest, or grapefruit zest are good substitutes.
SALT:
- Salt provides the sweetness of the fruit and maintain the tanginess of the vegan feta. Use kosher salt, Himalayan pink salt, or flaky sea salt instead.
INSTRUCTIONS:
- First, cut the watermelon into small bite-sized cubes.
- Then rinse blueberries and pat them dry.
- In a large bowl, add watermelon and blueberries.
- Include crumbled vegan feta on top of the fruits.
- Mix black pepper, lemon juice, salt, lemon zest, and olive oil in a small bowl.
- Add the dressing with the salad and toss everything gently so the fruits do not mash.
- Sprinkle fresh mint leaves on top and chill for ten minutes.
SERVING SUGGESTIONS:
MEDITERRANEAN:
- Falafel
- Vegan Shawarma Wraps
- Stuffed Grape Leaves
- Hummus Platter
- Baba Ganoush
- Mujadara
- Lentil Kofta
- Roasted Cauliflower
MAIN:
- Grilled Tofu Steaks
- Portobello Mushrooms
- Vegetable Skewers
- BBQ Tempeh
- Grilled Eggplant
- Lemon Herb Tofu
- Grilled Zucchini
- Vegan Kebabs
LUNCH:
- Quinoa Salad
- Chickpea Salad
- Couscous Salad
- White Bean Salad
- Avocado Toast
- Mediterranean Pasta Salad
- Lentil Salad
- Cucumber Tomato Salad
SANDWICHES & WRAPS:
- Veggie Wraps
- Hummus Sandwiches
- Chickpea Salad Sandwiches
- Falafel Pitas
- Grilled Vegetable Panini
- Vegan Club Sandwich
- Mediterranean Wraps
- Tofu Caesar Wraps
GRAIN SIDES:
- Lemon Herb Quinoa
- Wild Rice Pilaf
- Couscous
- Bulgur Wheat Salad
- Brown Rice Pilaf
- Farro Salad
- Orzo Pasta
- Herb Rice
PROTEIN-RICH:
- Baked Tofu
- Crispy Tempeh
- Marinated Chickpeas
- Lentil Patties
- White Bean Patties
- Black Bean Burgers
- Vegan Meatballs
- Edamame
SUMMER PICNIC:
- Pasta Salad
- Potato Salad
- Coleslaw
- Corn Salad
- Three Bean Salad
- Cucumber Salad
- Veggie Pinwheels
- Fresh Fruit Platter
BREADS:
- Pita Bread
- Focaccia
- Ciabatta
- Sourdough Bread
- Whole Wheat Rolls
- Garlic Bread
- Olive Bread
- Flatbread
SOUPS:
- Tomato Basil Soup
- Gazpacho
- Lentil Soup
- Roasted Red Pepper Soup
- Vegetable Soup
- Minestrone
- Carrot Ginger Soup
- Cucumber Soup
BRUNCH:
- Vegan Quiche
- Tofu Scramble
- Avocado Toast
- Breakfast Potatoes
- Vegan Frittata
- Fruit Salad
- Bagels with Vegan Cream Cheese
- Spinach Muffins
DRINKS:
- Mint Lemonade
- Iced Green Tea
- Sparkling Lemon Water
- Watermelon Juice
- Berry Smoothie
- Cucumber Mint Cooler
- Hibiscus Tea
- Citrus Spritzer
DESSERTS:
- Lemon Sorbet
- Berry Parfait
- Vegan Cheesecake
- Fruit Tart
- Coconut Ice Cream
- Mango Sorbet
- Strawberry Shortcake
- Blueberry Crisp
TIPS:
- Use chilled fruits for best flavor.
- Do not mash the fruits while mixing the salad.
- To include crunch, add nuts like walnuts as per your choice.
- Ripe watermelon will have the best sweetness.
STORAGE INFORMATION:
FRIDGE:
- Keep the salad in the box for twenty-four hours.
FREEZER:
- You should not freeze this salad as the fruits will lose texture.
FAQs:
Should I exclude vegan feta?
- Yes, if you want less creamy salad.
Are frozen blueberries good to use?
- Yes, just drain extra water before serving.
Is this salad good for weight loss?
- It has low calories, which helps to lose weight.
NUTRITIONAL INFORMATION:
Calories: 180 kcal
Net carbs: 22 grams
Total carbs: 26 g
Fiber: 4 grams
Protein: 5 g
Fat: 9 grams
Sodium: 320 mg
Potassium: 410 milligrams
Calcium: 90 mg
Iron: 1.2 milligrams
Vitamin A: 870 IU
