Watermelon Salad

8 ingredients
8 steps

Ingredients

  • 1/2 small watermelon (about 5 pounds)
  • 1 medium Vidalia or other sweet onion
  • 1/4 cup red wine vinegar
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper
  • 1/2 cup extra-virgin olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons chopped fresh mint
  • 4 ounces feta cheese, crumbled
  • 6 whole mint sprigs, for garnish

Directions

  1. 1
    Cut the flesh from the melon and cut it into bite-size pieces, removing and discarding the seeds as you go; set aside.
  2. 2
    Peel and slice the onion into thin rings.
  3. 3
    In a bowl, combine the vinegar, a large pinch of salt, and a few liberal grindings of pepper, and whisk until the salt is dissolved.
  4. 4
    Slowly whisk in the oil, a few drops at a time.
  5. 5
    Stir in the chopped mint, taste, and correct the seasonings.
  6. 6
    Combine the melon, onion, and feta in a bowl, pour the dressing over them, and toss gently until they are coated and evenly mixed.
  7. 7
    Garnish with the mint sprigs, or divide the salad among individual salad plates and garnish each serving.
  8. 8
    Serve at once.

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