Grilled Watermelon Salad with Feta and Mint is a refreshing summer salad that brings together the sweetness of grilled watermelon, the fresh flavor of arugula, and aromatic mint, balanced by the savory taste of feta cheese. Grilling gives the watermelon a deeper flavor and a subtle touch of caramelization, making this salad an ideal choice for an appetizer or a side dish on summer days.
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Ingredients:
Watermelon: 1/2 a watermelon (seedless, cut into thick slices)
Arugula: 6 cups (fresh)
Feta cheese: 170g (cubed)
Mint: A handful (fresh and coarsely chopped)
Olive oil: As needed
Coarse salt: To taste
Preparation Method:
Cut the watermelon into thick slices. Brush both sides of each slice lightly with olive oil, then sprinkle with a pinch of coarse salt.
Preheat your grill to high heat until it becomes very hot.
Place the watermelon slices directly onto the grill and let them sear for 4 minutes without moving them to get distinct grill marks.
Flip the slices over and grill the other side for an additional 3 minutes.
Remove the watermelon from the grill and let it cool slightly.
Remove the rind, then cut the grilled watermelon into medium-sized cubes.
Spread the arugula onto a serving platter, then add the grilled watermelon cubes and cubed feta cheese on top.
Scatter the chopped mint leaves over the top.
Drizzle with a little olive oil and serve the salad finished with a light sprinkle of coarse salt.
Serve the grilled watermelon salad cold or at room temperature.
