Watermelon and Arugula Salad
Created by Rockland County Department of Health • rocklandgov.com/departments/health• Course: Salad • Diet: Vegetarian • Season(s): Summer
Ingredients
- 1/2 pound arugula leaves
- 2 pounds watermelon, 3/4 inch diced
- 1/3 cup olive oil
- 1/4 cup lemon juice, freshly squeezed
- 1/2 teaspoon coarse salt (optional)
- 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
- 1 tablespoon fresh basil, minced
- 5 ounces shredded Parmesan cheese
Instructions
Wash the arugula and place in large bowl with diced watermelon. Sprinkle with Parmesean cheese.
Make the dressing- in a small bowl whisk together the oil, lemon juice, salt (if desired), pepper and basil.
Pour dressing on the arugula and watermelon, toss until the dressing covers salad and serve.