A fresh and vibrant salad combining sweet grilled watermelon, salty feta, and peppery arugula, drizzled with balsamic reduction for a delightful summer appetizer.
Ingredients
Dairy
8ounceswhole feta cheese, cut into four smaller squares
0.5largewatermelon, cut into 8 squares
Produce
2cupsarugula
0.5cupbalsamic vinegar(for reduction)
Pantry
Salt and PepperSalt and Pepper to Taste
Olive oilOlive oil(for drizzling and grilling)
Instructions
Preheat grill to high heat.
Simmer balsamic vinegar until thickened, then cool.
Lightly oil watermelon squares, season with salt and pepper, and grill briefly until slight char, about 10 seconds per side.
Toss arugula with a teaspoon of olive oil, salt, and pepper.
Assemble stacks with watermelon, feta, and arugula; drizzle with balsamic reduction.
Notes
Use a quick grill to get a slight char without melting the watermelon.