Grilled Watermelon Salad
Elevate your summer dining with this Grilled Watermelon Salad, a perfect blend of smoky, sweet, and tangy flavors that's sure to impress. Juicy watermelon slices are lightly charred to enhance their natural sweetness, then paired with peppery arugula, creamy crumbled feta, and refreshing mint for a vibrant mix of textures and tastes. A drizzle of zesty lime juice and balsamic glaze ties it all together, while toasted pine nuts bring a satisfying crunch. This easy-to-make salad is ready in just 25 minutes and is the ultimate side dish for barbecues, picnics, or light weekday meals. Packed with seasonal ingredients, this recipe is not only a feast for the eyes but also a deliciously healthy choice.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 small (seedless) Watermelon
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 0.5 teaspoons Salt
- 0.25 teaspoons Black pepper
- 0.5 cups (crumbled) Feta cheese
- 2 cups Arugula
- 0.25 cups (chopped) Mint leaves
- 2 tablespoons Balsamic glaze
- 1 tablespoon Lime juice
- 2 tablespoons (toasted) Pine nuts
Instructions
Cut the watermelon into thick slices, approximately 1-inch thick, and remove the rind.
Brush both sides of each watermelon slice lightly with olive oil and sprinkle with a pinch of salt and black pepper.
Preheat a grill or grill pan over medium-high heat. Once hot, grill the watermelon slices for 2-3 minutes on each side, until grill marks develop. Remove from heat and let cool slightly.
Cut the grilled watermelon into bite-sized cubes or triangles, depending on your preference.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the arugula and chopped mint leaves. Add the grilled watermelon pieces and gently toss together.
Drizzle the lime juice over the mixture and lightly toss again to coat the ingredients evenly.
Transfer the salad to a serving platter or individual plates. Sprinkle crumbled feta cheese and toasted pine nuts over the top.
Finish the dish by drizzling balsamic glaze over the salad just before serving.
Serve immediately and enjoy this unique combination of smoky, sweet, and tangy flavors!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
816 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 57.0 g | 73% | |
| Saturated Fat | 15.3 g | 76% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 8.9 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 67 mg | 22% | |
| Sodium | 2060 mg | 90% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 67.3 g | 24% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 5.7 g | 20% | |
| Total Sugars | 49.0 g | ||
| Protein | 18.8 g | 38% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.3 mcg | 2% | |
| Calcium | 632 mg | 49% | |
| Iron | 5.6 mg | 31% | |
| Potassium | 1184 mg | 25% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
