This refreshing watermelon salad with arugula, feta, red onion, pecans, and mint is perfect for summer and always a crowd favorite!
Grilled Watermelon Salad
Ingredients
Watermelon, sliced into disks, about 1 inch thick
Olive oil for brushing
Arugula or any greens
1/4 red onion, sliced
Crumbled feta, goat or Gorgonzola cheese
Mint or basil for garnish
Optional: Pecans or any nuts
Balsamic Dressing:
1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
2 Tablespoons balsamic vinegar
1 garlic clove, minced
Pinch Salt and pepper
Directions
Heat an indoor grill pan or outdoor grill. Brush just enough olive oil over the watermelon slices to thinly coat. Grill each side 2-3 minutes or until grill marks appear. Season with a pinch of salt and slice into bite sized pieces.
Dressing: Whisk the ingredients together in a bowl.
Arrange arugula on a serving plate. Top with red onions, watermelon, feta, mint, and optional nuts. Serve the dressing on the side to drizzle when ready to eat.
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