Best 9 Watermelon And Feta Salad With Serrano Chile Vinaigrette Recipes

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Indulge in a refreshing culinary journey with our tantalizing Watermelon and Feta Salad with Serrano Chile Vinaigrette recipe. This vibrant salad showcases the perfect balance between sweet and savory flavors, featuring juicy watermelon, tangy feta cheese, and a zesty Serrano chile vinaigrette. As a bonus, we've included three additional recipes to satisfy your taste buds: a classic Greek Salad, a colorful Quinoa Salad with Roasted Vegetables, and a flavorful Black Bean and Corn Salad. Each recipe is carefully crafted with fresh, wholesome ingredients, making them perfect for summer gatherings, light lunches, or healthy side dishes.

Here are our top 9 tried and tested recipes!

WATERMELON AND FETA WITH LIME AND SERRANO CHILI PEPPERS



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Provided by Art Smith

Categories     Salad     Low Carb     Low Fat     Vegetarian     Quick & Easy     Low Cal     Low Sodium     Low/No Sugar     Feta     Watermelon     Hot Pepper     Summer     Healthy     Lime Juice     Chile Pepper

Yield Serves 8

Number Of Ingredients 5

3 pounds seedless watermelon, rind removed, cut into large dice (about 6 cups)
2 serrano chili peppers, seeded and minced
Juice of 1 lime
1/2 cup low-fat feta cheese, crumbled
1/4 cup cilantro leaves

Steps:

  • Method
  • Place the watermelon in a large mixing bowl. Add the minced serrano chili pepper and lime juice to the bowl and toss gently until combined. Sprinkle with the feta and cilantro leaves and toss once more to incorporate. Refrigerate until ready to serve.

WATERMELON AND FETA SALAD



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This slightly sweet and savory watermelon-feta salad has cucumbers, olives and refreshing mint.

Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Time 20m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 7

1/2 medium watermelon (about 3 pounds)
1 English cucumber, sliced into thin rounds
One 4-ounce block feta, cut into 1/2-inch pieces
1/2 cup pitted kalamata olives, halved or quartered
1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
Fresh mint leaves for garnish

Steps:

  • Cut the rind off the watermelon and cut the fruit into 1-inch cubes and transfer to a large serving bowl (you should have about 6 cups total). Top with the cucumber, feta and olives. Pour the oil over top and season with a large pinch of salt and pepper. Sprinkle with mint leaves and gently stir to combine right before serving.
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WATERMELON AND FETA SALAD WITH SERRANO CHILE VINAIGRETTE



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"Sweet, salty, tangy, and hot. This salad hits all the points of your palate," says chef Hugh Acheson, head chef of Five&Ten in Athens, Georgia. InStyle magazine claims this is the "Summer's Best Salad" in their June 09 Issue. The season's most refreshing dish combines tasty watermelon and feta spiked with chiles. This appetizing recipe goes well with grilled chicken, but you can also serve it as a sophisticated dessert.

Provided by College Girl

Categories     Dessert

Time 45m

Yield 12 feta watermelon thingies..., 12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 cup olive oil
2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
2 tablespoons champagne vinegar
2 teaspoons fresh thyme, chopped
1 small shallot, minced
1 serrano chili, stemmed and sliced into small half-rounds
salt
1 watermelon, seedless small
1/3 lb feta cheese, wedge sliced 1/8 inch thick (about 12 slices)
1 bunch arugula
sliced serrano and lime (to garnish)

Steps:

  • In a jar with a tight-fitting lid, combine olive oil, lime juice, vinegar, thyme, shallot, and serrano chile. Shake well.
  • Season with salt to taste; chill in refrigerator.
  • Remove rind from watermelon and slice flesh into 3" squares.
  • To assemble salad, layer one piece of watermelon on one piece of feta. Repeat.
  • Drizzle with vinaigrette and garnish with arugula and sliced serrano chile.

WATERMELON SALAD WITH SERRANO VINAIGRETTE



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Categories     Salad     Fruit     Appetizer     Backyard BBQ     Watermelon     Summer     Prosciutto     Gourmet     Vegetarian     Pescatarian     Wheat/Gluten-Free     Peanut Free     Tree Nut Free     Soy Free     Kosher

Yield Makes 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 16

For vinaigrette
1 cup olive oil
2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
2 tablespoons Champagne vinegar
1/4 cup finely chopped shallot (1 large)
1 (2-inch) fresh serrano chile, thinly sliced crosswise (1 tablespoon)
1 tablespoon chopped fresh thyme
1/2 teaspoon salt
For watermelon and pickled rind
1 (6-lb) piece seedless watermelon
1 cup rice vinegar (not seasoned)
2 tablespoons sugar
For salad
1/2 lb arugula (6 cups)
1/2 lb feta, crumbled (2 cups)
1 (2-inch) fresh serrano chile, thinly sliced crosswise (1 tablespoon)

Steps:

  • Make vinaigrette:
  • Whisk together all vinaigrette ingredients and chill in an airtight container at least 8 hours to allow flavors to develop. Shake or whisk before using.
  • Prepare watermelon and pickled rind:
  • Remove and discard outer green skin from watermelon with a sharp knife. Using a vegetable peeler, shave enough 2-inch-long pieces from white rind to measure 1/2 cup. Transfer to a heatproof bowl. Reserve remaining watermelon.
  • Stir together rice vinegar and sugar in a 1-quart heavy saucepan and bring to a boil. Carefully pour boiling-hot vinegar mixture over white rind shavings and let stand at least 1 hour.
  • Trim and discard remaining white rind from watermelon, then cut watermelon into 18 pieces (about 3-inch squares).
  • Make salad:
  • Toss arugula with just enough vinaigrette to coat and salt to taste.
  • Divide arugula among 6 plates, then place 1 watermelon piece in center of each plate. Top each with a scant 1/4 cup feta, then top with another watermelon piece and more feta. Top each with a final watermelon piece for a stack of 3 on each plate.
  • Remove pickled rind from vinegar with a slotted spoon and drain on paper towels. Top watermelon stacks with pickled rind and chile slices, then drizzle remaining vinaigrette around salads.

WATERMELON FETA SALAD



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This is a great salad. With the watermelon the kids will like it also.

Provided by Anonymous

Categories     Salad     Fruit Salad Recipes

Time 20m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 8

3 tablespoons olive oil
2 teaspoons white balsamic vinegar
½ teaspoon kosher salt
8 ounces grape tomatoes, halved
3 cups arugula
1 cup sliced red onion
2 pounds watermelon, cubed
4 ounces feta cheese, cut into 1/4-inch cubes

Steps:

  • Whisk together the olive oil, vinegar, and salt in a large mixing bowl. Add the tomatoes, arugula, and onions; toss to coat. Gently stir in the watermelon and feta cheese to serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 131.2 calories, Carbohydrate 12.4 g, Cholesterol 12.6 mg, Fat 8.4 g, Fiber 1.1 g, Protein 3.3 g, SaturatedFat 2.9 g, Sodium 284.3 mg, Sugar 8.8 g

WATERMELON AND FETA WITH LIME AND SERRANO CHILI PEPPERS



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Believe it or not, watermelon and feta make a great pairing. Toss in some hot chili peppers and cilantro and you have a salad to delight everyone who tries it. Buy seedless watermelon for this-you won't be disappointed when you try it.

Provided by Art Smith

Categories     HarperCollins     Watermelon     Salad     Feta     Quick and Healthy     Chile Pepper     Lime Juice     Summer     Lunch     Dinner

Yield Serves 8

Number Of Ingredients 5

3 pounds seedless watermelon, rind removed, cut into large dice (about 6 cups)
2 serrano chili peppers, seeded and minced
Juice of 1 lime
1/2 cup low-fat feta cheese, crumbled
1/4 cup cilantro leaves

Steps:

  • Method:
  • Place the watermelon in a large mixing bowl. Add the minced serrano chili pepper and lime juice to the bowl and toss gently until combined. Sprinkle with the feta and cilantro leaves and toss once more to incorporate. Refrigerate until ready to serve.

FENNEL, WATERMELON AND FETA SALAD W/ SWEET BALSAMIC VINAIGRETTE



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Make and share this Fennel, Watermelon and Feta Salad W/ Sweet Balsamic Vinaigrette recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Chef Kate

Categories     Cheese

Time 15m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 fennel bulb, thinly sliced
4 cups watermelon, cubed
1/2-1 cup black olives, chopped
1 red onion, thinly sliced
4 -6 scallions, thinly sliced
1/2 cup basil leaves, torn
1/2 cup lemon juice, fresh
1/2 cup extra virgin olive oil
2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
1 1/2-2 cups feta cheese, crumbled
salt and pepper, to taste
1 ounce prosciutto, thinly shredded (optional)

Steps:

  • Place all ingredients in a medium sized bowl and hand toss.
  • Divide amongst four to six plates.
  • The salad is delicious served alone or topped with thinly shredded Prosciutto.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 497.1, Fat 41.2, SaturatedFat 12.4, Cholesterol 50.1, Sodium 810.7, Carbohydrate 26.1, Fiber 4.3, Sugar 14, Protein 10.7

WATERMELON AND FETA SALAD



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A take on the Mediterranean combination of watermelon and feta, this refreshing zinger of a salad couldn't be more perfect. Unassumingly simple, the sweet melon, salty cheese and fragrant basil reach their peak when doused with white balsamic vinegar and dribbled with fruity olive oil. Rather than building tall, this salad builds wide - so use a large platter for the most dramatic presentation. Vinegared watermelon does not keep its crisp, juicy texture well, so be sure to dress it (and eat it) the moment the last basil leaf falls.

Provided by Eric Kim

Categories     dinner, easy, lunch, quick, snack, weeknight, salads and dressings, appetizer, side dish

Time 5m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 7

2 pounds seedless watermelon (without rinds), thinly sliced into large, irregular pieces
2 tablespoons white or red balsamic vinegar
Salt
1 (6-ounce) block Greek feta, thinly sliced into large, irregular pieces
3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
Freshly ground black pepper
Leaves from 1 sprig basil, larger leaves torn

Steps:

  • On a large platter, arrange the watermelon and douse with the vinegar. Season with salt.
  • Arrange the feta over the watermelon and drizzle over the olive oil. Season with pepper.
  • Drop the basil leaves over the watermelon and feta. Serve immediately.

WATERMELON FETA SALAD



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The bright red watermelon in the salad is perfectly complimented by salty feta cheese and toasty pine nuts. Red and green grapes add texture and color. Top this salad with fresh mint and a champagne vinaigrette! http://cheesepleasebyjess.blogspot.com/2011/08/watermelon-feta-salad.html

Provided by Cheese Please

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 15m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

3 lbs wedge seedless watermelon or 3 lbs half of a seedless miniature watermelon
1 cup red and green grape, halved
3/4 cup feta cheese
1/4 cup pine nuts, lightly toasted
2 tablespoons olive oil
2 tablespoons champagne vinegar
2 tablespoons chopped mint leaves, plus extra for serving

Steps:

  • In a small bowl whisk together olive oil, vinegar, and mint. Set aside.
  • With a sharp knife cut the watermelon in half lengthwise. Cut the fruit away from the rind. Then cut the fruit into cubes 1/4-inch.
  • In a large bowl, toss the watermelon together with grapes and cheese. When ready to serve, toss with the dressing and nuts. Garnish with a mint sprig and serve immediately.

Tips:

  • Choose a ripe, juicy watermelon: Look for a watermelon that is heavy for its size, has a deep red color, and a yellow spot where it rested on the ground.
  • Cut the watermelon into bite-sized pieces: This will make it easier to eat and will help the flavors of the salad to meld together.
  • Use a good quality feta cheese: Feta cheese that is made from sheep's milk or a blend of sheep's and goat's milk will have the best flavor.
  • Toast the pine nuts: Toasting the pine nuts will bring out their nutty flavor and make them more香脆.
  • Make the vinaigrette ahead of time: The vinaigrette can be made up to 24 hours ahead of time. This will give the flavors time to meld together.
  • Assemble the salad just before serving: This will prevent the watermelon from getting watery.

Conclusion:

This watermelon and feta salad is a refreshing and flavorful summer salad that is perfect for a light lunch or dinner. The sweet watermelon, salty feta cheese, and spicy serrano chile vinaigrette are a delicious combination. This salad is also very easy to make, and it can be made ahead of time, making it a great option for busy weeknights.

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