Description
Fresh Watermelon Arugula Salad is a delightful summer dish that combines the refreshing sweetness of ripe watermelon with the peppery bite of arugula. Tossed with creamy feta cheese and a drizzle of balsamic vinegar, this vibrant salad bursts with flavor and color. Perfect for outdoor gatherings or picnics, this easy-to-make salad can be prepared in just minutes, making it an ideal choice for warm days when you want something light yet satisfying.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups seedless watermelon, cubed
- 4 cups fresh arugula
- 1/2 cup feta cheese, crumbled
- 1/4 cup red onion, thinly sliced
- 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
Instructions
- Cut the watermelon into bite-sized cubes and set aside.
- Rinse the arugula leaves under cold water and shake off excess moisture.
- Thinly slice the red onion; consider soaking in cold water for 10 minutes to soften its flavor.
- In a large bowl, combine watermelon, arugula, sliced red onion, and feta cheese; toss gently.
- Drizzle balsamic vinegar over the salad and mix until evenly coated.
- Serve immediately on plates or bowls.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 290mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 20mg