Mediterranean Watermelon & Arugula Salad with Feta & Mint
This delicious recipe for Mediterranean Watermelon & Arugula Salad with Feta & Mint comes courtesy from our friends Maison Gabrielle, a French family-owned spice house providing exceptional spices from around the world to your kitchen by redefining gourmet luxury through the lens of culinary artistry and tradition. With its juicy fresh watermelon and peppery arugula, this vibrant dish is the perfect balance of sweetness and spice and captures the essence of summer. Crumbled feta adds a creamy, salty contrast, while fragrant dried and fresh mint enhance every bite with a cooling, herbaceous touch. Drizzled with a light citrus vinaigrette, this salad is a feast of flavors and textures, making it an ideal side for alfresco dining. Whether served at a picnic, for Mother’s Day or an elegant summer soirée, this Mediterranean-inspired dish brings a refreshing sophistication to every table.
Ingredients:
SALAD
- 3 cups of seedless watermelon | cut into 1-inch cubes
- 8 ounces feta cheese | crumbled
- 6 cups baby arugula | washed and spun dry
VINAIGRETTE
- 1 ¼ cup extra virgin olive oil
- ¼ cup freshly squeezed lemon juice, about 2 lemons
- 1 teaspoon medium course pink Himalayan salt (Ground in a FinaMill Everyday Pod)
- 1 teaspoon of Maison Gabrielle's Organic Oregano (Ground in a FinaMill Dried Herbs+ Pod)
- ½ teaspoon of Maison Gabrielle's Dried Dill (Ground in a FinaMill Dried Herbs+ Pod)
- 1/2 cup to 1 cup of Maison Gabrielle's Dried Mint Leaves (Ground in a FinaMill Dried Herbs+ Pod)
- Freshly ground black peppercorns | to taste (Ground in a FinaMill Pepper Pod)
Directions:
MAKING THE DRESSING
- Whisk together the lemon juice, salt, black pepper and oregano.
- Slowly pour in the olive oil, whisking constantly till it emulsifies.
- Once thoroughly mixed, add the dried mint, mix lightly till covered and let it sit for 3-4 minutes or until the leaves are fully soaked in the mixture and soft, then lightly mix again.
MAKING THE SALAD
- Place the arugula, watermelon, feta, and mint in a large bowl.
- Drizzle with your desired amount of the dressing to coat the salad lightly and toss well.
- Add freshly ground black peppercorns to the desired level of taste. This adds a nice warmth to the salad that combines well with the acidity of the salad.
About Maison Gabrielle
Maison Gabrielle is a French, family-owned spice house that redefines luxury through the lens of culinary artistry and heritage. Founded on generations of savoir-faire and a deep love for the shared experience of food, our maison curates exceptional spices and blends sourced from the most exquisite terroirs around the world. Each spice box and recipe is crafted with intention—reflecting the elegance of French living and the richness of worldly French cuisine. Maison Gabrielle – rooted in tradition, made for the modern table, inspired by the world. Need to purchase more spices? Check out Maison Gabrielle’s store and Enjoy 20% off your entire purchase with code MGFINA20 at Maison Gabrielle's store. also follow them on Instagram.
