Watermelon Feta and Arugula Salad With Watermelon Vinaigrette

YIELD 4-6 Servings

INGREDIENTS

1/2  small jalapeno, stem and seeds removed
2 tablespoons red currant jelly
1 cup diced watermelon
2 tablespoons white wine vinegar
1/4 teaspoon garlic pepper
1/8 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon olive oil
6 cups torn mixed salad greens, such as arugula
3 cups cubed, seeded watermelon
tomato, cut into chunks
1/2 cup sliced red onion
1/3 cup crumbled feta cheese
Freshly cracked black pepper

PREPARATION:

Make vinaigrette:

  1. In a food processor, combine the jalapeno, red currant jelly, watermelon, vinegar, garlic pepper, and salt. Process until smooth. With the machine still running, drizzle in the olive oil. Store in the refrigerator until ready to use. Shake well before using.

To Serve:

  1. In a large, bowl, toss the lettuce with a bit of the dressing. Mound in the center of a large flat serving dish. Surround with watermelon, tomatoes and onions. Crumble feta cheese over the salad. Serve with remainder of dressing on the side.
  2. Garnish with freshly cracked black pepper.

    This recipe was featured on the Sensational Salads Episode of Emeril Green.

This recipe appears in: Salads

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