Watermelon Feta and Arugula Salad With Watermelon Vinaigrette

Submitted by cchampion1974

"By Emeril Lagasse....I love arugula so I'm always looking for great recipes to get my fix. This works for me b/c I love watermelon and feta too!!"

 

• Ready In: 20mins
• Ingredients: 13
• Serves: 4-6

ingredients

• 2 small jalapenos, stem and seeds removed
• 2 tablespoons red currant jelly
• 1 cup diced watermelon
• 2 tablespoons white wine vinegar
• 1⁄4 teaspoon garlic pepper seasoning
• 1⁄8 teaspoon salt
• 1 teaspoon olive oil
• 6 cups torn mixed salad greens, such as arugula
• 3 cups cubed seeded watermelon
• 1 tomatoes, cut into chunks
• 1⁄2 cup sliced red onion
• 1⁄3 cup crumbled feta cheese
• freshly cracked black pepper

directions

1. Make vinaigrette:.
2. In a food processor, combine the jalapeno, red currant jelly, watermelon, vinegar, garlic pepper, and salt. Process until smooth. With the machine still running, drizzle in the olive oil. Store in the refrigerator until ready to use. Shake well before using.
3. To Serve:.
4. In a large, bowl, toss the lettuce with a bit of the dressing. Mound in the center of a large flat serving dish. Surround with watermelon, tomatoes and onions. Crumble feta cheese over the salad. Serve with remainder of dressing on the side.
5. Garnish with freshly cracked black pepper.