This refreshing and super fresh arugula watermelon salad recipe is perfect for Summer and all your warm weather feasts. A big bowl of this is also a stunning presentation to the potluck table.

We’ve tested different versions of this watermelon salad recipe with a plethora of different fresh herbs and still can’t narrow down a favorite. Ugh, we have favorite-salad-problems. Fresh basil alone is a fabulous addition and every bite screams summer. How can it not when every market and practically every garden plot has a bush ready to be plucked? Some folks love parsley and literally add it to everything. So there’s a arugula watermelon feta parsley salad version waiting for you parsley lovers. Probably one of our favorites is the version that has everything, literally a ton of fresh herbs. It’s the best version for eaters like us who can’t decide on singling out an herb. The addition of fresh dill is definitely the one flavor that makes our customized version truly unique. Fresh dill is sometimes the forgotten herb and only thought of when you’re grilling seafood. But chopped fresh dill in a salad, on dressing or even grilled food is spectacular. Speaking of garden herbs, all our plants are going bonkers this year from all the rain. Yes, we’re finally out of the drought and the whole garden is coming alive again. We’ll be sharing some updates of our garden, plants, design and more. Stay Tuned!

Ingredients

• about 4 cups (960 ml) watermelon cubes (about 1 inch cubes)
• 3 Tablespoons (45 ml) olive oil
• zest 1 medium lemon
• 1 Tablespoon (15 ml) lemon juice
• 1/4 cup (60 ml) fresh mint , oregano, basil leaves, parsley or dill, chopped (reserve a few whole leaves for garnish)
• 4 ounces (113 g) feta cheese (approximately)
• 3 cups (60 g) fresh arugula (about 4oz-113g or 720ml)
• freshly ground black pepper
• kosher salt to taste , optional

How to Make Citrus Arugula Salad

• In large bowl combine olive oil, lemon zest, lemon juice and mint (or herbs or choice). Stir to combine.
• Add watermelon chunks and gently stir to coat the dressing in the watermelon.
• Add feta cheese, arugula, black pepper.
• Gently toss to combine all ingredients.
• Taste for seasoning and add salt if needed.
• Serve chilled.

Recipe from Liz Mervosh