Watermelon Arugula Salad Vinaigrette (Printable)

Watermelon and arugula combine with lime, feta, and mint for a refreshing, vibrant summer dish.

# 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

# Step-by-Step Guide:

01 - In a small mixing bowl, whisk together olive oil, lime juice, honey, kosher salt, and freshly ground black pepper until emulsified.
02 - Combine cubed watermelon, baby arugula, sliced cucumber, sliced red onion, and torn mint leaves in a large salad bowl.
03 - Drizzle prepared dressing over salad ingredients and toss gently until evenly coated.
04 - Top with crumbled feta cheese and chopped nuts. Serve immediately for maximum freshness.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • It's the kind of salad that disappears faster than you expect when friends drop by unexpectedly.
  • The punchy lime vinaigrette and creamy feta play so nicely with juicy watermelon, you'll crave the combo all summer long.
02 -
  • If you overdress the salad or toss too vigorously, the watermelon turns mushy and the arugula wilts.
  • Switching mint for basil changed everything—it softened the bite and gave a new aromatic touch.
03 -
  • Use chilled watermelon for brighter flavor and sturdier texture—it keeps everything crisp.
  • Thin onion slices spread gentle heat without overpowering—a mandoline is your secret weapon.
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