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Low Calorie Snack: Watermelon Cubes with Feta Recipe

Name: Low Calorie Snack: Watermelon Cubes with Feta Recipe
Total time: 8 min
Yield: 110 g
Ingredients: watermelon (seedless) 3 cups; feta cheese (block or crumbled) 2 oz; fresh mint leaves 8 leaves; extra virgin olive oil 1 tsp; freshly ground black pepper 1 pinch

Sweet watermelon plus salty feta shouldn't work but it absolutely does. A surprising low calorie snack that makes summer better.

Cook 8 min Difficulty EASY 90 kcal

#vegetarian #mediterranean #low carb

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Ingredients

Main ingredients

watermelon (seedless) 3 cups
feta cheese (block or crumbled) 2 oz
fresh mint leaves 8 leaves

Seasonings/Sauce

extra virgin olive oil 1 tsp
freshly ground black pepper 1 pinch

Nutrition summary

Carbohydrates 15 g 66%

Protein 3 g 13%

Fat 2 g 21%

Serving size 110g

Cooking steps

1

Cut chilled, seedless watermelon into 3/4 inch cubes for even texture, pat dry gently with paper towels to remove excess moisture.
2

Arrange the watermelon cubes on a serving platter in a single layer to prevent them from becoming soggy.
3

Crumble or cube feta cheese and evenly scatter it over the watermelon, making sure each piece gets a touch of salty contrast.
4

Finely slice fresh mint leaves and sprinkle over the plate; add them just before serving to prevent wilting.
5

Drizzle the olive oil lightly on top and finish with a pinch of freshly ground black pepper. Serve immediately while cold for best texture.

Personalized Q&A

Q. What's the key ingredient in this recipe?

The defining ingredients are the sweet, refreshing watermelon cubes and the salty feta cheese. Their contrast creates the dish's unique flavor, supported by fresh mint and a hint of olive oil.

Q. What is a crucial step to prevent the watermelon from becoming soggy?

Patting the watermelon cubes dry after cutting and arranging them in a single layer on the platter ensures excess moisture doesn't accumulate, preserving their crisp texture.

Q. How many calories and carbohydrates are in a serving?

Each serving contains 90 kcal and 15g of carbohydrates, making this a light, low calorie snack with a moderate carb content.

Q. When should the mint be added and why?

Mint should be finely sliced and added just before serving to maintain its bright aroma and prevent it from wilting on the cold, moist watermelon.

Q. Is this recipe suitable for a low carb or vegetarian diet?

Yes—there are only 15g carbs (66% of calories) per serving, and no meat, making it both low carb and vegetarian friendly according to the listed nutrition and ingredients.

Low Calorie Snack: Watermelon Cubes with Feta Recipe

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