MELON SALAD WITH ARUGULA, FENNEL, AND MARJORAM

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Melon Salad with Arugula, Fennel, and Marjoram image

Provided by Adam Sappington

Categories     Salad     Low Fat     Kid-Friendly     Quick & Easy     Lunch     Melon     Fennel     Arugula     Fall     Summer     Healthy     Low Cholesterol     Vegan     Vegetarian     Pescatarian     Paleo     Dairy Free     Wheat/Gluten-Free     Peanut Free     Tree Nut Free     Soy Free     No Sugar Added     Kosher     Small Plates

Yield Serves 4

Number Of Ingredients 9

1/2 medium Canary melon, rind removed and flesh cut into 1/2-inch pieces (about 3 1/2 cups)
1/2 medium Charentais melon, rind removed and flesh cut into 1/2-inch pieces (about 3 1/2 cups)
1/4 small heirloom watermelon, rind removed and flesh cut into 1/2-inch pieces (about 1 cup)
1 teaspoon kosher salt, plus more for seasoning
1 medium fennel bulb, thinly sliced
3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
1 1/2 tablespoons moscato vinegar
2 loosely packed cups baby arugula
2 tablespoons fresh marjoram, large leaves torn

Steps:

  • 1. In a large bowl, combine the Canary and Charentais melons and watermelon. Sprinkle with the salt and toss to combine.
  • 2. Add the fennel to the bowl. Drizzle the oil and vinegar over the melons and fennel and gently mix with your hands. Let the melon and fennel marinate in the dressing at room temperature for 10 minutes.
  • 3. Add the arugula and marjoram to the bowl and toss until just combined. Season with salt. Transfer the salad to a large rimmed serving platter or shallow salad bowl. Pour any juice from the bowl over the top of the salad and dig in.

golu Tharu
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This salad is a great way to showcase seasonal melon. It's so refreshing and flavorful.


Arfa Ishtiaq
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I'm a big fan of melon and this salad is one of my favorite ways to enjoy it. The combination of flavors and textures is just perfect.


French Urevane
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This salad is so easy to make and it's always a crowd-pleaser. I love the way the flavors of the melon, arugula, and fennel come together.


Tariq TSK
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I made this salad for a dinner party and it was a huge success. My guests raved about the unique flavor combination and the beautiful presentation.


Malik Maliks
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I followed the recipe exactly and my salad turned out perfectly. The melon was ripe and juicy, and the arugula and fennel were fresh and crisp.


Sabir Lal
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I'm not a big fan of melon, but I really enjoyed this salad. The flavors were well-balanced and the dressing was light and refreshing.


Ahmed shiser
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This salad is a great way to use up leftover melon. I had some cantaloupe that was about to go bad, so I whipped up this salad and it was delicious!


Precious Peter
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I made this salad for a picnic and it was a huge hit. Everyone loved the unique flavor combination and the beautiful presentation.


Grace Akers
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This salad is so refreshing and flavorful. I love the combination of sweet melon, peppery arugula, and aromatic fennel.


Faizan Nasir
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I've made this salad several times and it's always a hit. It's a great way to showcase seasonal melon.


Abid Official
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I'm a big fan of melon and this salad is one of my favorite ways to enjoy it. The combination of flavors and textures is just perfect.


Jody Cobos
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This salad is so easy to make and it's always a crowd-pleaser. I love the way the flavors of the melon, arugula, and fennel come together.


Lamont Winters
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I made this salad for a dinner party and it was a huge success. My guests raved about the unique flavor combination and the beautiful presentation.


Ambika Kafle
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I followed the recipe exactly and my salad turned out perfectly. The melon was ripe and juicy, and the arugula and fennel were fresh and crisp.


Olabisi Oriyomi
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I'm not a big fan of melon, but I really enjoyed this salad. The flavors were well-balanced and the dressing was light and refreshing.


Mathew Scott
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This recipe is a great way to use up leftover melon. I had some cantaloupe that was about to go bad, so I whipped up this salad and it was delicious!


Cindy Shelton
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I made this salad for a potluck and it was a hit! Everyone loved the unique flavor combination and the beautiful presentation.


Muneeb Choudary
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This melon salad was a refreshing and flavorful side dish that was perfect for a summer picnic. The combination of sweet melon, peppery arugula, and aromatic fennel was divine, and the marjoram added a subtle touch of herbaciousness.