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These mini watermelon appetizer salads are the ultimate no-cook summer starter—fresh, fancy, and ready in minutes. Juicy watermelon, crisp cucumber, creamy feta, crunchy pistachios, and a balsamic drizzle come together for a light and refreshing bite that always impresses.

See how easy it is to make these mini watermelon appetizer salads in just a few minutes…

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WHY YOU’LL LOVE MY MINI WATERMELON APPETIZER SALADS

They’re super refreshing, ridiculously easy to plate, and look way fancier than they actually are.

Perfect for entertaining, or just when you want to treat yourself to a little something extra.

Oh—and no cooking required. Love that!

See more crowd-pleasing easy summer salads that everyone will love.

INGREDIENTS

4 cups diced watermelon
4 cups spring greens lettuce mix
1 medium English cucumber, peeled, seeds scraped out, and thinly sliced
8 medium cherry tomatoes, halved
2 teaspoon olive oil, spray
2 teaspoon balsamic glaze
¼ teaspoon salt
⅛ teaspoon black pepper
4 teaspoons crumbled feta cheese
4 teaspoons crushed pistachios
4 fresh mint sprigs

For extra summer vibes, serve with this watermelon cucumber gin cocktail.

HOW TO MAKE A WATERMELON APPETIZER SALAD WITH CUCUMBERS, FETA & PISTACHIOS

The Gist: Assemble everything on the plate in sections, add fresh toppings, drizzle with dressing, season, and finish with a simple garnish.

**Step 1 – Arrange the Watermelon:** Set out 4 appetizer plates and place 1 cup of diced watermelon on half of each plate.

**Step 2 – Add the Greens:** Divide the spring greens evenly among the plates (1 cup per plate), placing them next to the watermelon.

**Step 3 – Top with Veggies:** Spoon sliced cucumber over the greens on each plate. Add halved cherry tomatoes on top.

**Step 4 – Dress the Salad:** Lightly spritz the veggies on each plate with olive oil and add a drizzle of balsamic glaze. Sprinkle the veggies with a pinch of salt and pepper.

**Step 5 – Finish with Toppings:** Sprinkle each watermelon appetizer salad with crumbled feta and crushed pistachios, letting it fall over both the watermelon and greens section.

**Step 6 – Garnish and Serve:** Top each salad with a fresh sprig of mint. Encourage guests to tear it up and mix it into the salad before eating for a burst of freshness.

De-licious!

For another crowd-pleasing appetizer, try my pulled pork pastry puffs.

MAKE IT A MEAL – SERVING SUGGESTIONS

Cocktail: frozen watermelon lemonade slushy.
App: flower hummus platter or this Boursin cheese and Pringles appetizer.
Side: pulled pork pastry puffs.
Main: grilled Italian chicken kebabs.
Dessert: blueberry lemon loaf cake.

For another easy no-bake appetizer, try this cherry tomato bruschetta.

Love a fruity summer salad? Try this recipe for grilled chicken and mango salad.

Can’t wait to hear what you think!

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