Best Watermelon Arugula And Feta Quinoa Salad Recipes

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ARUGULA, WATERMELON AND FETA SALAD



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Provided by Ina Garten

Categories     appetizer

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 11

1/4 cup freshly squeezed orange juice
1/4 cup freshly squeezed lemon juice (2 lemons)
1/4 cup minced shallots (1 large)
1 tablespoon honey
1/2 cup good olive oil
1 teaspoon kosher salt
1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
6 cups baby arugula, washed and spun dry
1/8th seedless watermelon, rind removed, and cut in 1-inch cubes
12 ounces good feta cheese, 1/2-inch diced
1 cup (4 ounces) whole fresh mint leaves, julienned

Steps:

  • Whisk together the orange juice, lemon juice, shallots, honey, salt, and pepper. Slowly pour in the olive oil, whisking constantly, to form an emulsion. If not using within an hour, store the vinaigrette covered in the refrigerator.
  • Place the arugula, watermelon, feta, and mint in a large bowl. Drizzle with enough vinaigrette to coat the greens lightly and toss well. Taste for seasonings and serve immediately.

WATERMELON, ARUGULA, AND FETA QUINOA SALAD



Watermelon, Arugula, and Feta Quinoa Salad image

Make and share this Watermelon, Arugula, and Feta Quinoa Salad recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Paris D

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 30m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
1 tablespoon red wine vinegar
1/2 teaspoon table salt (to taste)
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 cup quinoa, uncooked
2 cups watermelon, cubed (1/2 to 3/4 inch)
3 cups arugula, baby arugula is best (about 3 oz)
1/4 cup pine nuts
1/3 cup feta, crumbled
1/4 cup kalamata olive, chopped
1/4 cup red onion, diced
salt

Steps:

  • Whisk together lemon juice, vinegar, and salt in a large bowl, then add oil in a slow stream, whisking until emulsified.
  • Prepare quinoa according to package directions and set aside to cool. (You can also find great directions for preparing quinoa here http://www.thekitchn.com/how-to-cook-quinoa-63344).
  • Once quinoa has cooled completely combine with remaining ingredients and toss with dressing until well combined.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 347.6, Fat 18.9, SaturatedFat 3.7, Cholesterol 11.1, Sodium 499.8, Carbohydrate 36.9, Fiber 4.3, Sugar 6.3, Protein 10

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