**Savor the Delightful Symphony of Flavors: Baby Spinach and Watermelon Salad with Feta and Pistachios**
Prepare to embark on a culinary journey with the tantalizing Baby Spinach and Watermelon Salad, a refreshing and vibrant dish that bursts with a harmonious blend of flavors. The crisp baby spinach forms the foundation of this salad, providing a bed of verdant greens. Succulent watermelon cubes, bursting with juicy sweetness, add a pop of color and hydration. Crumbled feta cheese, with its tangy and salty notes, offers a delightful contrast to the sweetness of the watermelon. Toasted pistachios provide a nutty crunch and a touch of earthy flavor, completing this symphony of textures and tastes. This salad is a perfect accompaniment to grilled meats, fish, or simply enjoyed as a light and healthy meal on its own.
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WATERMELON FETA SPINACH SALAD
Provided by Get Inspired Everyday!
Time 20m
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Mound the baby spinach onto individual plates and top with the watermelon, red onion, feta cheese, and chopped basil. Or you can toss them altogether in a large serving bowl.
- Drizzle with the olive oil of your choice and reduced balsamic vinegar. You can also use regular balsamic but the flavor won't be quite as rich.
- Sprinkle each plate with a small amount of the finishing salt.
- Serve immediately.
- If you're using one serving bowl, toss the salad before serving with a sprinkling of the finishing salt thrown in.
WATERMELON AND SPINACH SALAD
Summer's the perfect time to toss up this watermelon salad. You'd never expect it, but spinach is awesome here. Eat it and feel cool on even the hottest days. -Marjorie Au, Honolulu, Hawaii
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Lunch
Time 30m
Yield 8 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 16
Steps:
- In a small bowl, whisk the first nine ingredients. In a large bowl, combine salad ingredients. Drizzle with dressing and toss to coat; serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 84 calories, Fat 4g fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 288mg sodium, Carbohydrate 13g carbohydrate (10g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 1g protein. Diabetic Exchanges
WATERMELON AND FETA SALAD WITH ARUGULA AND SPINACH
Sweet, salty, and refreshing salad with a little bite.
Provided by BamaHaole
Categories Salad Green Salad Recipes Spinach Salad Recipes
Time 20m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Whisk the olive oil, white balsamic vinegar, and salt together in a small bowl; set aside.
- Combine the arugula, spinach, onions, and tomatoes in a large salad bowl. Drizzle the vinaigrette over the salad mixture; toss to coat. Add the feta cheese and watermelon to serve.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 190.8 calories, Carbohydrate 12.3 g, Cholesterol 16.7 mg, Fat 14.5 g, Fiber 1.7 g, Protein 4.5 g, SaturatedFat 4.3 g, Sodium 469.8 mg, Sugar 7.4 g
BABY SPINACH, FRESH PEA AND FETA CHEESE SALAD
Steps:
- You need 2 large handfuls of baby spinach -- check for nasty stalky or wilted bits and then give it a really good wash (nobody likes gritty spinach). Spin dry, and add to a salad bowl with 2 smaller handfuls of fresh peas (unless you are lucky enough to get young peas which are sweet and tender, you should blanch the peas in boiling, unsalted water and leave to cool). Dress the salad at the last minute with olive oil and lemon juice dressing and sprinkle crumbled feta cheese over the top.
BABY SPINACH AND WATERMELON SALAD WITH FETA AND PISTACHIOS
Number Of Ingredients 0
Steps:
- For the oregano vinaigrette: In a medium bowl, whisk together the olive oil, vinegar, Dijon, honey, dried oregano and some salt and pepper to combine.For the salad: Set aside 2 tablespoons each of the feta and pistachios for serving, then add the remaining feta and pistachios to a large bowl. Add the spinach and watermelon, drizzle over the dressing and toss to coat. Transfer to a serving bowl and garnish with the reserved feta and pistachios.Source: foodnetwork.comRecipe formatted with the Cook'n Recipe Software from DVO Enterprises.
Nutrition Facts : Calories per serving 189
WATERMELON & SPINACH SUPER SALAD
Quinoa, toasted pumpkin seeds, feta and ripe watermelon make a fabulous and filling vegetarian supper that counts as 3 of your 5-a-day
Provided by Charlie Clapp
Categories Lunch
Time 30m
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Rinse the quinoa, then put it in a pan with a fitted lid and cover with 200ml water. Cook, covered, over a medium heat for 15 mins or until fluffy and the water has been absorbed. Don't worry if it catches on the bottom at little. Fork through to separate the grains , then leave to cool.
- Meanwhile, heat a frying pan over a medium heat and toast the pumpkin seeds for 1 min or until they start to pop. Tip into a serving bowl or on a platter with the watermelon, spinach, avocado, mint and feta. Toss through the quinoa , then squeeze over the lime juice with a pinch of seasoning. Top with the cress and serve.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 507 calories, Fat 25 grams fat, SaturatedFat 7 grams saturated fat, Carbohydrate 48 grams carbohydrates, Sugar 18 grams sugar, Fiber 8 grams fiber, Protein 19 grams protein, Sodium 0.8 milligram of sodium
Tips:
- For the best flavor, use ripe, juicy watermelon and baby spinach.
- If you don't have any feta cheese, you can substitute crumbled goat cheese or ricotta salata.
- Use a variety of nuts and seeds for added texture and flavor. Some good options include pistachios, almonds, walnuts, and sunflower seeds.
- If you like a sweeter salad, add a drizzle of honey or agave nectar.
- For a more savory salad, add a sprinkle of salt and pepper or a squeeze of lemon juice.
- This salad is best served fresh, but it will keep in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.
Conclusion:
Baby spinach and watermelon salad is a refreshing, healthy, and delicious salad that is perfect for summer. It is easy to make and can be customized to your liking. So next time you are looking for a light and healthy meal, give this salad a try.
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