Grilled Watermelon Salad

Serves 1

The ideal summer salad—refreshing, fruity, and with a sprinkling of sea salt to amplify the flavor.

By Sarah Smith
Categories

vegetarian

Ingredients

  • Watermelon wedges, sliced about ½ inch thick
  • Cubed feta or goat cheese (depending on your preference)
  • Fresh basil or mint leaves (depending on your preference)
  • Balsamic vinegar
  • Extra-virgin olive oil 
  • Fresh sea salt flakes

Instructions

  1. Set your grill to high heat. Brush watermelon slices with olive oil and grill until lightly charred, about 1-2 minutes per side.  Remove from the grill and allow to cool slightly or completely (depending on your preference and the heat of the day). 
  2. Layer with a bit of cheese and a fresh herb leaf, a sprinkling of salt, and a drizzle of balsamic vinegar. (A little goes a long way!)
  3. To hold together, serve salad as skewers, with a toothpick, or throw all the components together as a salad (adding some arugula is a great choice).