Watermelon, Ricotta Salata, and Fresh Herb Salad Recipe

Name: Watermelon, Ricotta Salata, and Fresh Herb Salad
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 tablespoons plus 2 teaspoons lime juice; 2 teaspoons lime zest; 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt (or to taste); 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil; 6 cups watermelon, (about a 6-pound piece) preferably seedless, cut into 3/4-inch chunks (or use pre-cut watermelon); 4 ounces ricotta salata cheese, cut into 1/4-inch dice (or use feta or myzithra cheese); 1/4 cup julienned fresh mint plus extra mint sprigs; 1/4 cup julienned fresh basil; 1/4 cup coarsely chopped fresh Italian parsley; Salt

Servings: persons

2 tablespoons plus 2 teaspoons lime juice
2 teaspoons lime zest
1/2 teaspoon kosher salt (or to taste)
1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
6 cups watermelon, (about a 6-pound piece) preferably seedless, cut into 3/4-inch chunks (or use pre-cut watermelon)
4 ounces ricotta salata cheese, cut into 1/4-inch dice (or use feta or myzithra cheese)
1/4 cup julienned fresh mint plus extra mint sprigs
1/4 cup julienned fresh basil
1/4 cup coarsely chopped fresh Italian parsley
Salt

1
In a small bowl, whisk together the lime juice, zest, and salt.
2
Add the oil slowly and whisk until incorporated.
3
Set aside.
4
(You can make the dressing up to 1 day ahead.
5
Cover and refrigerate.
6
Bring to room temperature before using.)
7
Drain the pre-cut watermelon, if using.
8
To assemble: Toss the watermelon with the cheese.
9
Add the dressing and herbs.
10
Taste and depending on the saltiness of the cheese, add salt a little at a time to bring out the full flavors of the salad.
11
Garnish with mint sprigs and serve right away.

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No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 tablespoons plus 2 teaspoons lime juice, 2 teaspoons lime zest, 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt (or to taste), 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil, and more.

Yes, Watermelon, Ricotta Salata, and Fresh Herb Salad falls under the Salads category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Keep refrigerated in an airtight container and enjoy within 1–2 days for the best freshness. Best served cold — no reheating needed.

Watermelon, Ricotta Salata, and Fresh Herb Salad

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