Description
A refreshing salad featuring juicy watermelon, peppery arugula, and creamy feta tossed in a light citrus vinaigrette.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1/8th seedless watermelon (cut into 1-inch cubes)
- 3 cups baby arugula (washed and dried)
- 4 ounces feta cheese (cut into ½-inch cubes)
- 1/8 cup freshly squeezed orange juice
- 1/8 cup freshly squeezed lemon juice
- 1/8 cup shallots (minced)
- 1 tablespoon honey
- ¼ cup olive oil
- Salt and ground black pepper (to taste)
Instructions
- Prepare the vinaigrette: In a medium bowl, combine the freshly squeezed orange juice, lemon juice, minced shallots, honey, a pinch of salt, and ground black pepper. Whisk together until mixed.
- Emulsify the dressing: Slowly pour in the olive oil while whisking continuously to create a creamy vinaigrette. Set aside.
- Combine the main ingredients: In a large bowl, gently toss together the watermelon cubes, baby arugula, and feta cheese.
- Dress the salad: Drizzle enough vinaigrette over the salad to coat lightly and toss everything together carefully.
- Taste and adjust the seasoning with salt and pepper as necessary.
- Serve immediately for the best taste and texture.
Notes
Ensure to use fresh watermelon and arugula for the best results. Pair with grilled proteins for a complete meal.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
Keywords: salad, summer recipe, watermelon, arugula, feta, refreshing