Description
Watermelon Salad is the ultimate summer dish that brings together the refreshing sweetness of ripe watermelon, the peppery bite of arugula, and the creamy richness of feta cheese. This vibrant salad is not only a feast for the eyes but also a burst of flavor that perfectly balances sweet and savory notes.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 pounds seedless watermelon (cut into 1-inch chunks)
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 4 oz arugula
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
- 4 oz feta cheese
Instructions
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the cubed watermelon and arugula.
- Drizzle with extra virgin olive oil, add lemon juice, and season with salt and pepper.
- Gently toss to coat all ingredients evenly.
- Crumble feta cheese over the top and drizzle with additional olive oil if desired.
- Serve immediately for optimal freshness.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: None
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 10mg