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Spicy Watermelon Salad

Spicy Watermelon Salad: A Sweet and Savory Summer Delight

Enjoy a refreshing Spicy Watermelon Salad packed with sweet, salty, and spicy flavors, perfect for summer gatherings.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salads
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 4 cups arugula or kale choose your preferred green
  • 4 cups watermelon, cubed seedless for best flavor
  • 1 medium red onion thinly sliced; soak for milder taste
  • 2 medium jalapeños sliced; seeds removed for less heat
  • 1 cup feta cheese crumbled; substitute with dairy-free feta for vegan
  • 1/4 cup fresh parsley optional for garnish
For the Hot Honey Dressing
  • 1/4 cup hot honey essential for sweetness and spice
  • 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil high quality for best flavor
  • 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes adjust for spice level
  • to taste salt
  • to taste black pepper

Equipment

  • medium bowl
  • Large serving platter
  • Whisk

Method
 

Step 1: Prepare the Dressing
  1. In a medium bowl, whisk together ¼ cup of hot honey, 2 tablespoons of extra virgin olive oil, ½ teaspoon of red pepper flakes, and a pinch of salt and black pepper until thoroughly combined. Set it aside to allow the flavors to meld.
Step 2: Assemble the Salad
  1. On a large serving platter, create a base layer of 4 cups of arugula or kale. Next, arrange 4 cups of watermelon chunks over the greens, followed by thin slices of red onion and jalapeños. Top with 1 cup of crumbled feta cheese.
Step 3: Finish the Salad
  1. Generously drizzle the hot honey dressing over the salad just before serving, then toss gently to combine or leave it layered for presentation.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 4gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 10mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 250mgFiber: 2gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 800IUVitamin C: 25mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Serve immediately for best texture and flavor. Adjust spice level with jalapeños to preference. Store leftovers in the fridge for up to 2 days.

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