Looking for a super fast, super delish summer salad? This is it! It isn’t new, and I didn’t originally create it, but I put my own spin on it with the addition of the mint and extra pepper.
One of the keys to this salad is to spend the money on a REALLY GOOD block of feta cheese. It will make a difference.
Fresh, sweet, creamy, crunchy and a good dash of spice — this is your new go-to salad!
Happy Healthy Tip: Watermelon is like a tomato in that it’s loaded with lycopene, which has great anti-inflammatory and antioxidant health benefits!
Watermelon Feta Salad with Spicy Vinaigrette
- medium-sized,seedless watermelon
- 1/2 pound feta cheese
- 2 cups arugula
- 1/2 cup olive oil
- 1 tablespoon lime juice
- 1 tablespoon champagne vinegar
- 1 shallot
- 1 serrano chili
- 1/2 tablespoon fresh thyme
- 1/2 tablespoon fresh mint
- Coarse salt
Whisk together:
olive oil, lime, vinegar, shallots and peppers
Chop:
watermelon and feta into large cubes
Assemble:
Layer the arugula, watermelon and feta. Drizzle the dressing over each layer
Garnish:
Tear fresh mint and thyme over the top