Salad of Watercress, Watermelon, Ricotta Salata and Pine Nuts

August 2, 2012 by Kenmore


We all love sweet juicy watermelon, but have you ever tried it in a salad? Here’s a great recipe for a luncheon or light supper that uses fresh, seasonal ingredients.

preparation

preparation time
0 mins

cook time
0

servings
8

calories
166

ingredients

2 tablespoons lime juice

0.25 cup extra virgin olive oil

0.5 teaspoons kosher salt

6 cup seedless watermelon cubed into one-inch squares, rind discarded

0.25 cup red onion sliced

0.5 cup green olives (like Picholine), seeded and coarsely chopped

0.5 cup cilantro leaves

1 bunch watercress

0.33 cup pine nuts toasted

4 ounces Ricotta Salata cheese (can substitute Feta)

directions

Dressing

Using a whisk, mix lime juice, olive oil and kosher salt together.

Salad

Combine watermelon, red onion slices, olives, cilantro and watercress. Drizzle with half of the dressing and gently toss. Transfer salad to salad plates. Garnish with pine nuts and Ricotta Salata and serve immediately.

Kenmore

The Kenmore brand represents 100 years of trusted performance, backed by exclusive features and innovations that no other brand can bring to the table. We’re always evolving to ensure day-to-day tasks are taken care of with faster cooking, better cleaning and more living throughout the home.