Arugula Watermelon Salad with Balsamic Reduction
Servings: 4
Ingredients
For the salad:
- 4 cups baby arugula
- 3 cups seedless watermelon , cubed
- 1/4 red onion , thinly sliced
- 1/2 cup feta cheese , crumbled
- 2 tbsp mint , chopped
- 1/4 cup pistachios , unsalted
- 12 kalamata olives , cut in half
For the reduced balsamic vinaigrette:
- 2/3 cup balsamic vinegar
- 1 small garlic clove , crushed
- 1 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- salt and pepper , to taste
Instructions
The vinaigrette:
- In a small saucepan, over medium heat, add the balsamic vinegar and crushed garlic and bring to a simmer. Let simmer for 5-10 minutes, until the sauce thickens. The texture should be syrup-like.
- Let the vinaigrette cool slightly and then pour into a jar. Add the olive oil, salt, pepper, and shake to combine.
The salad:
- In a large bowl, combine the arugula, watermelon, red onion, feta, mint, pistachios, and olives. Drizzle with the reduced balsamic vinaigrette and toss gently. Enjoy!