Description
A refreshing salad featuring peppery arugula, juicy watermelon, and tangy feta, perfect for summer gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 cups fresh arugula
- 2 cups watermelon, cubed
- 1 cup feta cheese, crumbled
- 1/4 cup red onion, thinly sliced
- 1/4 cup fresh mint, chopped
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Start by rinsing the arugula leaves thoroughly under cold water. Spin dry in a salad spinner or pat dry with a kitchen towel.
- In a large bowl, combine the arugula, cubed watermelon, crumbled feta, thinly sliced red onion, and chopped mint.
- Drizzle the olive oil and balsamic vinegar over the salad, then season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Gently toss all ingredients together until mixed well, taking care not to crumble the feta too much.
- Serve immediately for maximum freshness, or chill for a few minutes before serving if preferred.
Notes
To maintain freshness, prepare the salad just before serving and consider adding toasted nuts for extra crunch.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: No Cooking
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 15mg