Did you know that watermelon isn't just for dessert? The sweet and juicy fruit is also perfect in salads, especially in this fresh and fantastic Watermelon and Arugula Salad, a tasty combination of watermelon chunks, creamy goat cheese, peppery arugula and honey-roasted walnuts, all tossed in a zingy citrus dressing.
Directions for: Watermelon and Arugula Salad
Ingredients
Honey Roasted Walnuts1 cup walnut halves
1 Tbsp honey
3 Tbsp sugar
tsp kosher salt
tsp chili powder
Citrus Dressing4 Tbsp olive oil
cup fresh mint leaves
1 Tbsp fresh lemon juice
1 Tbsp fresh lime juice
2 tsp honey
tsp kosher salt
tsp freshly ground black pepper
Watermelon Salad3 cups watermelon, cut into 3/4-inch cubes
cup fresh mint leaves, thinly sliced
5 cups baby arugula
1 cup crumbled goat cheese
Directions
Honey Roasted Walnuts1. For the walnuts, preheat oven to 350F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and set aside.
2. In a medium bowl, combine walnuts and honey, tossing well to coat. In a small bowl, combine sugar, salt and chili powder. Pour over walnuts and mix well. Place on prepared baking sheet and bake 8 minutes. Stir nuts and continue baking 6-8 minutes more until lightly toasted. Remove from oven and let cool before adding to salad.
Citrus Dressing1. For the dressing, in a blender, combine olive oil, mint, lemon juice, lime juice, honey, salt and pepper. Process until smooth.
Watermelon Salad1. To serve, place watermelon cubes, mint, arugula and honey-roasted walnuts in a large serving bowl. Toss with dressing and gently toss in crumbled goat cheese. Serve immediately.
Source and Credits
Courtesy of BiteMeMore.com and Pure Leaf
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