Summer Salads

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    Watermelon & Goat Cheese Salad with Citrus Vinaigrette

The contrasting flavors and textures of crisp, sweet watermelon and creamy, tangy goat cheese are magical partners. Top with sliced grilled chicken to make it a meal.

Watermelon & Goat Cheese Salad with Citrus Vinaigrette

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The contrasting flavors and textures of crisp, sweet watermelon and creamy, tangy goat cheese are magical partners. Top with sliced grilled chicken to make it a meal.

Prep Time: 20 mins

Total Time: 20 mins

Servings: 5 servings, 2 cups each

Ingredients

• 3 tablespoons  extra-virgin olive oil
• 3 tablespoons  orange juice
• 1 tablespoon  red-wine vinegar
• 1/4 teaspoon  salt
•   Freshly ground pepper, to taste
• 8 cups  watercrest, tough stems removed, or mixed salad greens (5 ounces)
• 4 cups  diced seedless watermelon, (about 3 pounds with the rind) (see Tips)
• 1/4 cup  very thinly sliced red onion, (1/4 small)
• 2 ounces  goat cheese, crumbled
• 1/2 cup  chopped hazelnuts, (2 ounces), toasted (see Tips)

Directions

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Whisk oil, orange juice, vinegar, salt and pepper in a large bowl until well combined. Add watercress, watermelon and red onion; toss to coat. Divide among 5 plates. Top with goat cheese and hazelnuts to serve.

Tips:

Tips: Melon selection & storage: Look for symmetrical unblemished melons, without flat sides, that have a creamy yellow spot on the bottom indicating ripeness. At 92% water, this fruit should feel heavy when you heft it. Precut melon flesh should be dense, firm and appear moist. Store in the refrigerator for up to a week or keep in a cool, dark spot. Cover the cut surface of melon with plastic wrap and refrigerate.

To toast chopped hazelnuts: Toast in a small dry skillet over medium-low heat, stirring constantly, until fragrant and lightly browned, 2 to 4 minutes.

 I love summer salads that include fruits! This is a yummy salad I tried and loved!

Enjoy!

Christina
Freckled Foodie