All American Watermelon Salad

All American Watermelon Salad
25 min
4 Servings

Ingredients

1
small seedless watermelon (cut off the rind and cut into small 1" cubes)
1
small cucumber (peeled and sliced)
4 oz
feta cheese (crumbled)
1 pkg
cherry tomatoes (wash and cut in half)
1 pkg
arugula (5 oz. package)
1 cup
whole fresh mint leaves (julienned)
1
lemon (zested)
2
lemons (juiced)
1/4 cup
freshly squeezed orange juice
1
large shallot (minced)
1 Tbsp
honey
1 tsp
kosher salt
1/2 tsp
freshly ground black pepper
1/2 cup
olive oil
Prep Time:
25 min
 
Total Time:
25 min

Instructions

In a medium size bowl, zest one lemon and add the juice of both lemons. Next whisk in the orange juice, shallots, honey, salt, and pepper. Slowly pour in the olive oil, whisking constantly, to form an emulsion.

Place all salad ingredients (watermelon, cucumber, feta cheese, cherry tomatoes, arugula, mint leaves) into a large bowl or platter and drizzle enough vinaigrette to coat lightly and toss evenly. Serve immediately for a light lunch or refreshing starter to your meal.

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Source:

Chef Ryan Covert