Watermelon & Goat Cheese Salad with Citrus Vinaigrette
Recipe from EatingWell

The 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.


Watermelon & Goat Cheese Salad with Citrus Vinaigrette

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Ingredients
  • 3 tablespoons
    extra-virgin olive oil
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  • 3 tablespoons
    orange juice
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  • 1 tablespoon
    red-wine vinegar
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  • 1/4 teaspoon
    salt
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    Freshly ground pepper, to taste
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  • 8 cups
    watercrest, tough stems removed, or mixed salad greens (5 ounces)
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  • 4 cups
    diced seedless watermelon, (about 3 pounds with the rind) (see Tips)
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  • 1/4 cup
    very thinly sliced red onion, (1/4 small)
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  • 2 ounces
    goat cheese, crumbled
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  • 1/2 cup
    chopped hazelnuts, (2 ounces), toasted (see Tips)
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Directions
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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.
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 information
Per serving: 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
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