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Watermelon Feta Salad

Watermelon Feta Salad
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Refresh your summer meals with this vibrant Watermelon Feta Salad! Bursting with juicy watermelon, creamy feta cheese, and aromatic mint, this salad is a delightful blend of flavors that will leave your guests raving. Perfect for picnics, barbecues, or as a light lunch, it takes just 10 minutes to prepare. The zesty dressing made from fresh citrus juices adds the perfect tang to complement the sweetness of the watermelon. Enjoy it as a side dish or serve it as a standalone meal on hot days. With its colorful presentation and nutrient-packed ingredients, this salad not only looks great but is also guilt-free!

Ingredients

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  • 6 cups baby arugula (washed and spun dry)
  • 3 cups seedless watermelon (cut in 1-inch cubes)
  • 8 ounces feta cheese (crumbled)
  • 1 cup whole fresh mint leaves (finely chopped)
  • 1/4 cup freshly squeezed orange juice
  • 1/4 cup freshly squeezed lemon juice (about 2 lemons)
  • 1/4 cup minced shallots (1 large)
  • 1 tablespoon honey
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1/2 cup extra virgin olive oil

Instructions

  1. In a mixing bowl, whisk together the orange juice, lemon juice, minced shallots, honey, and kosher salt until well mixed.
  2. Slowly drizzle in the extra virgin olive oil while whisking continuously to create an emulsified dressing.
  3. In a large serving bowl, add the baby arugula as the base.
  4. Top with cubed watermelon and crumbled feta cheese.
  5. Sprinkle finely chopped mint leaves over the top.
  6. Pour the prepared dressing over the salad mixture.
  7. Gently toss everything together until well coated with dressing.
  8. Serve immediately for maximum freshness, or refrigerate for about 15 minutes to let flavors meld before serving.

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