Juicy watermelon, crisp arugula, creamy feta, and zesty lime vinaigrette create a refreshing summer salad.
# Components:
→ Produce
01 - 4 cups seedless watermelon, cubed
02 - 4 cups baby arugula, washed and dried
03 - 1 small cucumber, thinly sliced
04 - 1/4 small red onion, thinly sliced
05 - 1/4 cup fresh mint leaves, torn
→ Dairy
06 - 1/2 cup feta cheese, crumbled
→ Nuts (optional)
07 - 1/4 cup roasted pistachios or walnuts, roughly chopped
→ Dressing
08 - 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
09 - 2 tablespoons freshly squeezed lime juice
10 - 1 teaspoon honey
11 - 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt
12 - 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
# Method:
01 - In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, lime juice, honey, kosher salt, and freshly ground black pepper until well blended.
02 - Place watermelon cubes, baby arugula, cucumber slices, red onion, and torn mint leaves into a large salad bowl.
03 - Drizzle the vinaigrette over the mixed ingredients and gently toss to ensure even coating.
04 - Top with crumbled feta cheese and chopped roasted pistachios or walnuts if desired.
05 - Serve promptly for optimal freshness and texture.
