Watermelon Salad with Arugula, Feta, & Fresh Herbs
Watermelon Salad with Arugula, Feta, & Fresh Herbs is a delightful and refreshing dish that embodies the essence of summer. With its vibrant colors and a perfect balance of sweet watermelon, peppery arugula, creamy feta cheese, and aromatic herbs, this salad is not only visually appealing but also bursting with flavor. Ideal for picnics, barbecues, or as a light lunch, it’s quick to prepare and can be customized to suit your taste. This salad provides a nutritious option that’s low in calories yet high in essential vitamins and minerals. Elevate your summer gatherings or casual dinners with this irresistible dish that will impress your guests and satisfy your cravings!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 cups watermelon cubes
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- Zest and juice of 1 medium lemon
- 1/4 cup fresh herbs (mint, basil, oregano)
- 4 ounces feta cheese
- 3 cups fresh arugula
- Freshly ground black pepper
- Kosher salt to taste (optional)
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, combine olive oil, lemon zest, lemon juice, and chopped herbs. Stir well to create the dressing.
- Add watermelon cubes to the bowl and gently toss to coat them in the dressing.
- Fold in crumbled feta cheese and arugula. Season with black pepper.
- Taste and adjust seasoning with kosher salt if needed. Serve chilled for optimal freshness.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (approximately 200g)
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 170mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 13g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 10mg