Mixing up sugar, spice, and everything nice! Watermelon arugula salad gives you all the texture and tastes of summer with pepitas and dressing.
Salad doesn't have to be your classic potato, pasta, or coleslaw. No need for everything to be a heavy mayo-laden bowl. This watermelon salad is refreshing and hydrating, perfect for parties!
Blueberry Salad Dressing is perfectly in-season, and you can always include a true fruit salad of whatever is in season. Don't love the spicy bite of arugula? Watermelon Feta Salad is a great option.
Key Ingredients
Watermelon - Make your dice about a half an inch, just perfect for picking up with a fork.
Arugula - The spicy bite of these baby leaves is a perfect contrast to sweet fruit.
Candied Pepitas - The sweet counteracts the bite of lettuce. Feel free to use sunflower seeds, walnuts, or whatever you have on hand.
Dressing - Select a thick, creamy balsamic salad dressing.
How to Make Arugula Watermelon Salad
***See recipe card below for precise measurements and instructions.***
Step 1: Dice up everything and add to a large bowl.
Step 2: Drizzle on the balsamic and toss to combine.
FAQs
Any salad that includes dressing should be dressed and served immediately. Things just get soggy as the dressing is absorbed into the lettuce leaves, so I don't recommend making this ahead of time or saving leftovers. It's not a huge amount so you should be able to enjoy it all at once with your family.
Depending on allergies and preferences, you can use any seed or nut as your crunchy aspect. And if arugula is too much bite for you, feel free to use baby spinach or other tender greens.
Photos by Megan Hampton
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Watermelon Arugula Salad
Ingredients
- 5 cups watermelon cubed
- 3 large handfuls baby arugula
- 1 cup creamy balsamic dressing
- 1 cup candied pepitas see notes
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Add all ingredients to a large bowl.
- Toss gently with tongs and serve immediately.
Notes
- Watch your ingredients - sometimes candied nuts and seeds include egg whites, or your dressing might include dairy or eggs. Just be aware of that if serving anyone with allergies.
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