Watermelon Arugula Salad Summer (Printable)

Cool, vibrant salad featuring watermelon, arugula, feta, and lime vinaigrette for fresh, summery flavor.

# What You Need:

→ Produce

01 - 4 cups seedless watermelon, cubed
02 - 4 cups baby arugula, washed and dried
03 - 1 small cucumber, thinly sliced
04 - 1/4 small red onion, thinly sliced
05 - 1/4 cup fresh mint leaves, torn

→ Dairy

06 - 1/2 cup feta cheese, crumbled

→ Nuts

07 - 1/4 cup roasted pistachios or walnuts, roughly chopped

→ Dressing

08 - 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
09 - 2 tablespoons freshly squeezed lime juice
10 - 1 teaspoon honey
11 - 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt
12 - 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

# How to Make It:

01 - Combine olive oil, lime juice, honey, salt, and black pepper in a small mixing bowl. Whisk thoroughly until the dressing is well emulsified.
02 - In a large salad bowl, add watermelon cubes, baby arugula, cucumber slices, red onion strips, and torn mint leaves.
03 - Pour the prepared vinaigrette evenly over the salad ingredients. Toss gently to coat all components without bruising.
04 - Top with crumbled feta cheese and roasted pistachios or walnuts, if desired. Toss lightly or leave as a garnish.
05 - Present immediately to retain vibrant textures and flavors.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • The lively pairing of juicy watermelon and peppery greens feels like a little secret for turning any lunch into a celebration.
  • I never knew how effortlessly these flavors could wake up my palate until I tasted the sweet-tart lime vinaigrette with creamy feta.
02 -
  • If the arugula is damp, the salad will go soggy faster—dry it well before mixing.
  • Letting the dressing sit for a few minutes before adding boosts flavors beautifully.
03 -
  • Chill the watermelon before slicing for crisp texture in every bite.
  • A pinch more honey gives the vinaigrette extra gloss and tang if your watermelon isn’t peak-sweet.
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