3-Ingredient Grilled Watermelon, Feta, and Tomato Salad

A refreshing summer salad combining sweet grilled watermelon with savory feta cheese and juicy heirloom tomatoes. This elegant dish features charred watermelon rounds layered with colorful tomato slices and creamy feta.

6 servings
28 min

Ingredients

  • 1 tablespoon olive oil, plus more
  • 1 whole seedless watermelon
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 4 whole heirloom tomatoes
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper
  • 6 ounces feta
  • cups thinly sliced

Cooking Instructions

  1. 1.

    Prepare a grill for medium-high heat or heat a grill pan or cast-iron skillet over medium-high; oil grate or pan.

    5 min

  2. 2.

    Using a 2" diameter ring cutter or thin drinking glass, cut watermelon into circles; you should have 20-22 pieces (reserve scraps for another use). Season watermelon on both sides with 1/2 tsp. salt. Grill watermelon until well charred, about 2 minutes per side. Transfer to a plate and set aside until cool to the touch, about 10 minutes.

    15 min

  3. 3.

    Meanwhile, toss tomatoes, 1 Tbsp. oil, 1 tsp. salt, and 1/2 tsp. pepper in a large bowl.

    3 min

  4. 4.

    Layer watermelon, tomato mixture, and cheese in alternating layers on a platter, draining any extra liquid from tomatoes before using. Drizzle with oil, season with pepper, and serve.

    5 min