Tuesday, April 7, 2015

Watermelon and Heirloom Tomato Salad

Quick and easy, this salad is packed with flavor. Watermelon for a nice sweetness; tomato lends a pleasant acidity; and the arugula with that balanced bitterness. Voila! A salad worth making a meal.



Total Time: 15 min.
Prep Time: 15 min.
Cooking Time: None
Yield: 4 servings

Ingredients:
1 Tbsp. extra virgin olive oil
3 Tbsp. red wine vinegar
2 Tbsp. finely chopped basil (or mint, chives, or parsley)
¼ tsp. sea salt
¼ tsp. ground black pepper
1 cup rocket (or arugula)
½ medium seedless watermelon, rind removed, cut into 2-inch triangles
3 medium heirloom tomatoes, sliced into wedges
½ cup yellow cherry tomatoes, cut in half
¼ medium red onion, sliced thin
2 Tbsp. crumbled feta cheese (about ½ oz.)

Preparation:
1. Combine oil, vinegar, basil, salt, and pepper in small bowl; whisk to blend. Set aside.
2. Arrange rocket, watermelon, heirloom tomatoes, cherry tomatoes, and onion on a large serving platter.
3. Drizzle evenly with dressing.
4. Top evenly with cheese.

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