Embrace the vibrant flavors of the season with our refreshing watermelon salad recipe, a delectable pairing of sweet watermelon, tangy feta cheese, peppery arugula, and a zesty serrano chile vinaigrette. This easy-to-make salad offers a delightful interplay of textures and flavors that will awaken your taste buds and cool you down on a hot summer day.
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ARUGULA, WATERMELON AND FETA SALAD
Steps:
- Whisk together the orange juice, lemon juice, shallots, honey, salt, and pepper. Slowly pour in the olive oil, whisking constantly, to form an emulsion. If not using within an hour, store the vinaigrette covered in the refrigerator.
- Place the arugula, watermelon, feta, and mint in a large bowl. Drizzle with enough vinaigrette to coat the greens lightly and toss well. Taste for seasonings and serve immediately.
WATERMELON AND FETA SALAD WITH ARUGULA AND SPINACH
Sweet, salty, and refreshing salad with a little bite.
Provided by BamaHaole
Categories Salad Green Salad Recipes Spinach Salad Recipes
Time 20m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Whisk the olive oil, white balsamic vinegar, and salt together in a small bowl; set aside.
- Combine the arugula, spinach, onions, and tomatoes in a large salad bowl. Drizzle the vinaigrette over the salad mixture; toss to coat. Add the feta cheese and watermelon to serve.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 190.8 calories, Carbohydrate 12.3 g, Cholesterol 16.7 mg, Fat 14.5 g, Fiber 1.7 g, Protein 4.5 g, SaturatedFat 4.3 g, Sodium 469.8 mg, Sugar 7.4 g
ARUGULA AND WATERMELON SALAD
An interesting mix of arugula, watermelon, and feta cheese creates one great summer salad! I like sauteeing and caramelizing the onions for a sweeter salad.
Provided by Joshua
Categories Salad Fruit Salad Recipes
Time 20m
Yield 12
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Toss the arugula, watermelon, red onion, and feta cheese with the balsamic vinaigrette in a large bowl. Serve cold.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 245 calories, Carbohydrate 33.5 g, Cholesterol 11.1 mg, Fat 12.4 g, Fiber 2 g, Protein 4.8 g, SaturatedFat 3 g, Sodium 499.9 mg, Sugar 25.6 g
WATERMELON AND FETA SALAD WITH SERRANO CHILE VINAIGRETTE
"Sweet, salty, tangy, and hot. This salad hits all the points of your palate," says chef Hugh Acheson, head chef of Five&Ten in Athens, Georgia. InStyle magazine claims this is the "Summer's Best Salad" in their June 09 Issue. The season's most refreshing dish combines tasty watermelon and feta spiked with chiles. This appetizing recipe goes well with grilled chicken, but you can also serve it as a sophisticated dessert.
Provided by College Girl
Categories Dessert
Time 45m
Yield 12 feta watermelon thingies..., 12 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- In a jar with a tight-fitting lid, combine olive oil, lime juice, vinegar, thyme, shallot, and serrano chile. Shake well.
- Season with salt to taste; chill in refrigerator.
- Remove rind from watermelon and slice flesh into 3" squares.
- To assemble salad, layer one piece of watermelon on one piece of feta. Repeat.
- Drizzle with vinaigrette and garnish with arugula and sliced serrano chile.
WATERMELON SALAD WITH ARUGULA AND FETA RECIPE BY TASTY
Here's what you need: small watermelon, fresh arugula, feta cheese, fresh lime juice, water, honey, salt, extra virgin olive oil
Provided by Joey Firoben
Categories Lunch
Yield 6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Using a sharp knife, cut off the top and bottom of the watermelon to reveal the red flesh and create flat surfaces on both sides. Stand the watermelon upright, and slice off the remaining peel so only the red core remains.
- Cut the watermelon into roughly 1-inch (2 cm) cubes and transfer to a large bowl.
- In a small bowl, whisk together the lime juice, water, honey, and salt.
- While whisking, gradually add the oil in a very slow, steady stream to create an emulsification. Set aside.
- Add the arugula, feta, and honey lime dressing to the large bowl with the watermelon.
- Toss the salad until well-combined, then divide between serving bowls.
- Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts : Calories 231 calories, Carbohydrate 32 grams, Fat 11 grams, Fiber 1 gram, Protein 4 grams, Sugar 27 grams
WATERMELON SALAD WITH SERRANO VINAIGRETTE
Categories Salad Fruit Appetizer Backyard BBQ Watermelon Summer Prosciutto Gourmet Vegetarian Pescatarian Wheat/Gluten-Free Peanut Free Tree Nut Free Soy Free Kosher
Yield Makes 6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 16
Steps:
- Make vinaigrette:
- Whisk together all vinaigrette ingredients and chill in an airtight container at least 8 hours to allow flavors to develop. Shake or whisk before using.
- Prepare watermelon and pickled rind:
- Remove and discard outer green skin from watermelon with a sharp knife. Using a vegetable peeler, shave enough 2-inch-long pieces from white rind to measure 1/2 cup. Transfer to a heatproof bowl. Reserve remaining watermelon.
- Stir together rice vinegar and sugar in a 1-quart heavy saucepan and bring to a boil. Carefully pour boiling-hot vinegar mixture over white rind shavings and let stand at least 1 hour.
- Trim and discard remaining white rind from watermelon, then cut watermelon into 18 pieces (about 3-inch squares).
- Make salad:
- Toss arugula with just enough vinaigrette to coat and salt to taste.
- Divide arugula among 6 plates, then place 1 watermelon piece in center of each plate. Top each with a scant 1/4 cup feta, then top with another watermelon piece and more feta. Top each with a final watermelon piece for a stack of 3 on each plate.
- Remove pickled rind from vinegar with a slotted spoon and drain on paper towels. Top watermelon stacks with pickled rind and chile slices, then drizzle remaining vinaigrette around salads.
Tips:
- Select ripe watermelon: Choose a watermelon that has a deep red color and sounds hollow when tapped.
- Cut the watermelon into small cubes: This will make it easier to eat and mix with the other ingredients.
- Use fresh arugula: Arugula adds a peppery flavor to the salad. If you can't find arugula, you can substitute baby spinach or watercress.
- Toast the pine nuts: Toasting the pine nuts will bring out their flavor. You can toast them in a dry skillet over medium heat for a few minutes, or you can spread them on a baking sheet and toast them in a 350°F oven for 5-7 minutes.
- Make the vinaigrette ahead of time: The vinaigrette can be made up to 24 hours ahead of time. Just store it in a covered container in the refrigerator.
- Serve the salad immediately: Watermelon is best enjoyed fresh. Serve the salad as soon as you've made it.
Conclusion:
This watermelon salad is a refreshing and flavorful dish that is perfect for a summer meal. The sweet watermelon, peppery arugula, salty feta cheese, and tangy vinaigrette all come together to create a delicious and satisfying salad. This salad is also very easy to make, so it's a great option for a busy weeknight meal.
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