
Author Notes:
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.
Serves: 4
Ingredients
Honey Roasted Walnuts
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1
cup walnut halves
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1
tablespoon honey
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3
tablespoons sugar
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1/2
teaspoon kosher salt
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1/4
teaspoon chili powder
Citrus Dressing
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4
tablespoons olive oil
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1/4
cup fresh mint leaves
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1
tablespoon fresh lime juice
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2
teaspoons honey
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1/2
teaspoon kosher salt
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1/2
teaspoon freshly group black pepper
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1
tablespoon fresh lemon juice
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Watermelon Salad:
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3
cups watermelon, cut into 3/4-inch cubes
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1/4
cup fresh mint leaves, thinly sliced
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5
cups baby arugula
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1
cup crumbled goat cheese
In This Recipe
Directions
- 1) For the walnuts, preheat oven to 350ºF. 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.
- 3) For the dressing, in a blender, combine olive oil, mint, lemon juice, lime juice, honey, salt and pepper. Process until smooth.
- 4) 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.
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