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Watermelon Salad with Champagne Vinaigrette

June 8, 2012 By Jennifer @ PB and P Design 40 Comments

Hi Everyone and Happy Friday!

So glad it’s finally Friday!  Woohoo!  Big plans for the weekend?  Not sure what I’m doing yet, but I know it will involve enjoying the outside.  Remember last Saturday when I went to Napa Valley and had that wonderful Watermelon Salad?  Well I just had to re-create it Peanut Butter and Peppers style!

This salad was just amazing, so refreshing and simply light and delish.  You could eat it as a meal or serve it as a side salad.  I changed mine up a little bit by adding an orange heirloom tomato to it.  The tomato and watermelon are a great compliment to each other.  I used an heirloom tomato because the lady at the Farmers Market didn’t want to sell me hers.  So I bought mine at Trader Joe’s!!  So there Farmer’s Market lady, take that!!  lol

So you could do a little comparison in looks here is the salad I got in Napa.


They used a yellow and pink watermelon.  I couldn’t find yellow, normally I find it at the stores in July and August.  Have you ever had a yellow watermelon?  They taste pretty much the same, but tend to scare people who don’t like different.  I used a personal size watermelon, that’s why the slices are smaller, which is ok for me,  It made it easier to cut.  I bought a large watermelon a week ago and it went to waste.  My Husband and I could only eat so much watermelon in a couple of days.  I should have froze it, but I didn’t.  The personal size watermelon was so sweet!  Just perfect!  I bought it, where else?  Trader Joe’s for $1.99!  They never disappoint me!!

For the cheese I decided to use a soft goat cheese that I could crumble over the top.  I like softer cheeses rather than harder ones.  To me it added more lightness to the dish and it went really well with the dressing and fruit.

The dressing was the hardest part for me to figure out.  I don’t recall that the dressings tasted the same, but I’m happy with mine.  I used Trader Joe’s Orange Muscat Champagne Vinegar with some olive oil, salt, pepper and ancho chili powder.  The dressing to was very light.  I decided to just add the dressing to the arugula.  I didn’t want to saturate the salad.  I also let it sit for about 5 minutes before I ate it, that way the flavors soaked in.  Plus to take pictures the salad ended up sitting.  I really love this salad!  I wanted to make it again, but oddly enough all the watermelon got eaten before I could.  But for sure it’s going to be on my menu this weekend!!

I served this salad with a little bit of homemade seed oat bread, which really filled me up.  This salad may seem small, but watermelon, even though it’s mostly water really fills you up and keeps you full.  Plus this salad is completely guilt free!!  The calories were only 180, not to shabby.  I am sure it was less than the restaurants.

Watermelon Salad with Champagne Vinaigrette
 
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Prep time
5 mins
Total time
5 mins
 
A light summary salad made with fresh watermelon, heirloom tomatoes and topped with arugula and drizzled in a Champagne Vinaigrette.
Serves: 1 salad
Ingredients
  • 4 slices watermelon (194 grams)
  • 1 tomato, (119 grams) sliced
  • 2 cups arugula
  • .25 oz goat cheese
  • 1 tbsp. Trader Joe's Orange Muscat Champagne Vinegar
  • 1 tsp. olive oil
  • 1 dash pepper
  • 1 dash salt
  • ¼ tsp. Ancho Chili Powder
Instructions
  1. On a plate arrange your watermelon slices, top with tomatoes.
  2. In a bowl, add arugula, champagne vinegar, olive oil, salt, pepper and chili powder. Mix well. Add to the top of the tomatoes.
  3. Sprinkle with goat cheese
Notes
Calories: 180, Fat: 8, Cholesterol: 5, Sodium: 45, Potassium: 637, Carbs: 25, Fiber: 3, Sugar: 17.6, Protein: 5
Nutrition Information
Serving size: 1 salad
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I don’t eat out too much, but I love when I do.  Not because I don’t have to cook, but it gives me wonderful ideas for meals I can create at home.   I look forward to my next outing because your never going to know what new foods or recipes you will discover.

Speaking of food, ok what else do I talk about?  🙂  Time for me to make dinner this evening. Not sure what it will be yet, but maybe I’ll let my artistic juices flow and come up with another fun meal.  I’m thinking something grilled?!

Have a great weekend!!!

Toodles,

Jen

 

Filed Under: Fruit, Salad and Soups, Vegetarian and Side Dishes Tagged With: cheese, Fruit, healthy, salad, Tomatoes, Vegetarian, watermelon

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Comments

  1. Amy says

    June 8, 2012 at 4:08 AM

    That looks so delicious! I’m starting to a have few tomatoes from garden so I think I will make this today. Just have to get a watermelon! I’m not sure about the goat cheese, never had it, is it a mild cheese? Thanks for posting this recipe, I love all your recipes!! Have a great weekend!!

    Reply
    • Jennifer @ Peanut Butter and Peppers says

      June 8, 2012 at 4:15 AM

      Good morning Amy! Goat Cheese is a mild cheese, but if your not sure if you will like it or you want to try something else, I would recommend feta cheese. I think that would be nice on this salad.

      Your so sweet! Have a great weekend yourself!!!

      Reply
  2. Claire @ Live and Love to Eat says

    June 8, 2012 at 4:48 AM

    This is so pretty and looks so refreshing!

    Reply
    • Jennifer @ Peanut Butter and Peppers says

      June 8, 2012 at 9:01 PM

      Thanks! 🙂

      Reply
  3. Sommer@ASpicyPerspective says

    June 8, 2012 at 5:26 AM

    Stunning! This is my kind of salad!!

    Reply
    • Jennifer @ Peanut Butter and Peppers says

      June 8, 2012 at 9:01 PM

      Thank you!! My kind of salad too!! 🙂

      Reply
  4. Anna @ hiddenponies says

    June 8, 2012 at 8:14 AM

    I loooove watermelon and arugula, and this is beautiful! The dressing sounds perfect, and those mini watermelons never disappoint me – they’ve made me nervous to buy a full size one again 🙂

    Reply
    • Jennifer @ Peanut Butter and Peppers says

      June 8, 2012 at 8:59 PM

      I like the little watermelons too, there so nice and not wasteful, not to mention they have a sweeter flavor.

      Reply
  5. Laura @ Gluten Free Pantry says

    June 8, 2012 at 8:16 AM

    Watermelon, arugula AND goat cheese-I want to eat this now! What a refreshing Summer salad bursting with flavor.

    Reply
    • Jennifer @ Peanut Butter and Peppers says

      June 8, 2012 at 8:58 PM

      Thanks Laura! I am loving this salad, so simple, wonderful flavor combination!

      Reply
  6. Suzi says

    June 8, 2012 at 8:26 AM

    Wow, this is my kind of salad. I can tell you this is going to be lunch today. Delish and beautiful.

    Reply
    • Jennifer @ Peanut Butter and Peppers says

      June 8, 2012 at 8:58 PM

      If you try it let me know what you think!! 🙂

      Reply
  7. Jen @ Savory Simple says

    June 8, 2012 at 8:59 AM

    This salad is gorgeous!

    Reply
    • Jennifer @ Peanut Butter and Peppers says

      June 8, 2012 at 8:57 PM

      Thank you!! 🙂

      Reply
  8. claire @ the realistic nutritionist says

    June 8, 2012 at 1:14 PM

    Watermelon salads ROCK!

    Reply
    • Jennifer @ Peanut Butter and Peppers says

      June 8, 2012 at 8:57 PM

      I totally agree!!!

      Reply
  9. Amy @ fragrantvanillacake says

    June 8, 2012 at 4:36 PM

    I am loving this salad! It is so summery and I would love some tonight because it is 90 degrees here! So pretty as well :)!

    Reply
    • Jennifer @ Peanut Butter and Peppers says

      June 8, 2012 at 8:57 PM

      Oh thanks! You should give it a try over the weekend!

      Reply
  10. Sarah K. @ The Pajama Chef says

    June 8, 2012 at 5:55 PM

    this looks so beautiful!

    Reply
    • Jennifer @ Peanut Butter and Peppers says

      June 8, 2012 at 8:57 PM

      Thank you! 🙂

      Reply
  11. Kelly @ My Love Affair with Running says

    June 8, 2012 at 6:15 PM

    Yum! Meets my criteria for a good recipe: Simple to prepare, Healthy and Delicious!

    Reply
    • Jennifer @ Peanut Butter and Peppers says

      June 8, 2012 at 8:56 PM

      Thanks Kelly! This is one of my new favorite salads!!

      Reply
  12. Kristi @ My San Francisco Kitchen says

    June 8, 2012 at 9:16 PM

    I just saw those big watermelons at TJs, I might have to get one next time I go to try your salad-it looks so delish!

    Reply
  13. CJ at FoodStories says

    June 8, 2012 at 10:55 PM

    Looks fabulous!

    Reply
  14. Cindy's Recipes and Writings says

    June 10, 2012 at 6:23 AM

    I love watermelon and tomato together!

    Reply
    • Jennifer @ Peanut Butter and Peppers says

      June 10, 2012 at 9:04 PM

      Me too! After having that salad I would never of thought of that combo!

      Reply
  15. mjskit says

    June 10, 2012 at 7:43 PM

    What a beautiful and fabulous salad! Love the combination of watermelon and tomato and your vinaigrette sounds perfect!

    Reply
    • Jennifer @ Peanut Butter and Peppers says

      June 10, 2012 at 8:59 PM

      Thanks, it’s my new favorite salad!! Very light and refreshing!

      Reply
  16. Beth Michelle says

    June 11, 2012 at 6:14 AM

    What a perfect summer salad and so pretty!!

    Reply
    • Jennifer @ Peanut Butter and Peppers says

      June 11, 2012 at 9:03 PM

      Thanks Beth!!! It’s so yummy! making it again! I already picked up my watermelon!

      Reply
  17. Amee says

    June 14, 2012 at 6:38 PM

    This summery salad looks so divine!! Thank you for sharing at Fit and Fabulous Fridays!!

    Reply
    • Jennifer @ Peanut Butter and Peppers says

      June 15, 2012 at 8:19 PM

      Thank you for having me!!! Love Fit and Fabulous Fridays!!

      Reply
  18. Diane Balch says

    June 15, 2012 at 7:48 AM

    I’ve never had the courage to mix fruit with savory in such a bold way. It looks like the flavors would be really interesting. I would love if you would share this on my foodie friday party today. I will pin it too.

    Reply
    • Jennifer @ Peanut Butter and Peppers says

      June 15, 2012 at 8:15 PM

      Thanks Diane, I linked up to your party!! I love fruit with meat, but the cherries were overly sweet so your not getting a real sweet hamburger! There a perfect match! Be daring and try it!! At least try it on one burger! 🙂 I was surprised how much I loved it! I think my Husband was surprised too!

      Reply
  19. Debbie @ Easy Natural Food says

    June 15, 2012 at 10:08 AM

    Wow, this salad looks amazing! I love the combination of flavors too! I’m hosting a weekly link up over summer specifically for salads of all types, every Sunday! I would love you to come and post this recipe. Just stop by my blog on Sunday – the link will be up!
    http://www.easynaturalfood.com

    I hope to see you there:)
    Debbie

    Reply
    • Jennifer @ Peanut Butter and Peppers says

      June 15, 2012 at 8:10 PM

      Thanks Debbie for the invite! I scoped out your site and I love it!!! I’ll stop by on Sunday!!

      Reply
  20. Diane Balch says

    June 22, 2012 at 7:04 AM

    Congrats your salad is being featured today on foodie friday. Stop by and pick up your featured button. Have a lovely weekend.

    Reply
    • Jennifer @ Peanut Butter and Peppers says

      June 22, 2012 at 7:13 PM

      Thank you so much for having me!!! You have a great weekend!

      Reply
  21. Sophia @ NY Foodgasm says

    February 28, 2013 at 9:03 AM

    What a beauty!! Sooo light and fresh NEED this!

    Reply
    • Jennifer @ Peanut Butter and Peppers says

      February 28, 2013 at 7:03 PM

      I love this salad! I tried it at a restaurant and fell in love with the flavors. I can’t wait till watermelon season!

      Reply

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