Watermelon & Goat Cheese Salad with Citrus Vinaigrette
From: EatingWellThe 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.
Servings: 5 servings, 2 cups each
Prep: 20 mins
Total: 20 mins
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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
1. 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.
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.
Nutrition Facts
Calories 224, Total Fat 18 g, Saturated Fat 3 g, Monounsaturated Fat 12 g, Cholesterol 5 mg, Sodium 171 mg, Carbohydrate 13 g, Fiber 2 g, Protein 5 g, Potassium 337 mg. Exchanges: Vegetable 1, Fruit 0.5, High-Fat Meat 1, Fat 2.
Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet
Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet
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