SHAVED CUCUMBER, FENNEL, AND WATERMELON SALAD

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Shaved Cucumber, Fennel, and Watermelon Salad image

Ricotta salata is a firmer version of fresh ricotta that is perfect for shaving over summer sides like this sweet-and-savory watermelon, fennel, and cucumber salad.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Salad Recipes

Number Of Ingredients 8

4 cucumbers
1 fennel bulb, trimmed, plus
1 tablespoon chopped fronds
3 1/2 pounds watermelon, cut into 1-inch cubes
2 tablespoons freshly squeezed lemon juice
2 tablespoons olive oil
Coarse salt and freshly ground pepper
4 ounces ricotta salata

Steps:

  • Using a mandoline, slice cucumbers lengthwise into paper-thin slices; slice fennel bulb crosswise into paper-thin slices. Combine cucumbers and fennel in a large serving bowl. Add watermelon, fennel fronds, lemon juice, and oil. Season with salt and pepper; toss to combine. Using a vegetable peeler, shave ricotta salata over salad, and serve.

Nsovo Nyeleti Honwani
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This salad is a great make-ahead dish. It's even better the next day.


Hamid Ali ghallow
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I love the sweet and savory flavors in this salad.


colleen reichartz
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This salad is a great way to get kids to eat their fruits and vegetables.


Samkelisiwe Mhlongo
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I've never had a salad like this before. It's so unique and tasty.


Ubaid ullah Ubaid ullah
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This salad is a great way to cool down on a hot summer day.


Malik Usman
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I love that this salad is healthy and delicious.


Cali
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This salad is perfect for a picnic or potluck.


Slim Shady
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I'm not a big fan of fennel, but this salad changed my mind.


Isaac Bobodi
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This salad is so refreshing and delicious. I can't wait to make it again!


Albert Okon
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This salad is a great way to get your daily dose of fruits and vegetables.


Moaad Solo
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I love the crunch of the cucumber and fennel in this salad.


Hamadi Mohamedi
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This salad is so easy to make and it's always a hit with my family.


Divine Gift
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I added some feta cheese to this salad and it was amazing!


Imran Abbas
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This salad is a great way to use up leftover watermelon.


Sumayya Said
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I love the pop of color that the watermelon adds to this salad.


Sopna Akter
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This salad is so refreshing and light. It's the perfect summer dish.


yuddha khadka
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I've made this salad several times and it's always a crowd-pleaser.


yyeriim
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The combination of cucumber, fennel, and watermelon is so unique and delicious.


Madelaine Magdala
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I love how easy this salad is to make. It's perfect for a quick and healthy lunch.


Oluomachi Miracle
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This salad was a hit at my summer party! The flavors were so refreshing and the watermelon added a touch of sweetness.