Watermelon, Arugula, and Pickled Onion Summer Salad
Watermelon, Arugula, and Pickled Onion Summer Salad is a refreshing and vibrant dish that combines juicy watermelon with peppery arugula, tangy pickled red onions, and creamy crumbled cheese. Topped with a zesty vinaigrette, this salad is perfect for hot summer days, offering a delightful contrast of flavors and textures.
Ingredients
SALAD AND VINAIGRETTE
- 1 small to medium seedless watermelon
- ⅛ cup red wine vinegar
- 1 tbsp lemon juice , freshly squeezed
- 1 tsp salt
- ¼ cup olive oil
- 4 cups arugula
- ½ cup crumbled goat or feta cheese
PICKLED ONIONS
- ½ cup thinly-sliced red onion
- ½ cup apple cider vinegar
- 1 tsp salt
- 1 tbsp sugar
- 1 tsp whole black peppercorns
WINE PAIRING
- Rosé
Instructions
- CUBE the watermelon into bite-sized pieces. Set aside.
- SLICE the onion thinly, to prepare pickled onions, using mandoline for even cuts if you have one available.
- COMBINE the remaining pickling ingredients in a small saucepan and bring to rapid boil, then remove from the heat. Place the sliced onions in heat-proof jar and pour the liquid over to evenly coat. The onions should soften within 15 minutes, depending on thickness.
- COMBINE the red wine vinegar, lemon juice, and salt in a small bowl. Slowly whisk in the olive oil until incorporated.
- DRESS the arugula lightly to taste and toss in a mixing bowl, then place it in a serving dish. Top it with the cubed watermelon, crumbled cheese, and pickled onions. Finish with any remaining vinaigrette, if desired.
Notes
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Nutrition
Calories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 3gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 10mgSodium: 400mgPotassium: 250mgFiber: 2gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg
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We loved this salad and have already made it three times since getting our Wine Awesomeness delivery and book just a short time ago. What a great summer salad, or starter. BTW, this was my first onion pickling event and it was so easy! Quickly made another batch and now keeping in the fridge. Thank you!