Sweet yet zesty, watermelon and arugula seem to have been meant for each other. Toss together at the last minute for a fresh, crisp salad that's sure to sing summer's praises.
4 large handfuls arugula
1/3 cup cooked and cooled quinoa
3 Tbs chopped red onion
3/4 -1 cup watermelon chunks
crispy chick peas
pumpkin seeds (I like Go Raw Sprouted Pumpkin Seeds)
Dressing Recipe:
1/4 cup watermelon chunks
1/4 cup white balsamic vinegar
2 Tbs good quality olive oil
4 mint leaves
1 Tbs chopped red onion
1/2 tsp mustard
To make the dressing place all ingredients into a blender and process until smooth. Strain if desired (I don't strain). Place into a storage container and keep in the fridge until ready to use.
Place greens, quinoa and chopped red onion in a bowl and toss. Add the watermelon chunks. Add desired amount of dressing and toss gently to combine.
Serve onto serving plates and garnish with the crispy chickpeas and/or pumpkin seeds. Season with salt and pepper and enjoy!
Liv Life Note: Note that the salad ingredient measurements are only a guide... add more greens, more watermelon, etc for a bigger crowd.
Liv Life Note 2: My thanks to OXO for sending me an 8-Piece Glass Snap Set along with the super handy (I adore this thing!) Salad Dressing Shaker along with a set of 2 in 1 Salad Servers (they turn into tongs too!).
