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Published on May 20, 2025

Arugula and Watermelon Salad  

 

Arugula and Watermelon Salad  

Modified from a recipe by Denise Bustard   Sweet Peas & Saffron

Makes ~ 4 serves

Ingredients:

  • ¼ C white wine vinegar
  • ¼ C olive oil or oil or your choice
  • 1 tsp Dijon mustard
  • 4 tsp sugar

Ingredients:

  • 4 Cups seedless watermelon cut into ½ inch cubes
  • 4 Tbl crumbled feta cheese
  • 4 Tbl sliced almonds
  • 1 tsp mint, torn
  • 4 C arugula

Directions:

  1. Shake together all dressing ingredients.

  2. Put arugula in a bowl and add watermelon and mint. Gently mix with dressing and divide onto 4 plates. Top with 1 Tbl each of the feta and almonds and serve.

To make this in a mason jar- put 2 Tbl dressing in each jar, add watermelon then feta then nuts then mint then arugula on top. Shake into a bowl to serve. It will last 24 hours in the fridge but is best enjoyed the same day you make it.

Nutrition Information per serving:

Calories 240   

Total fat 19g 

Saturated fat 3g 

Cholesterol 6mg  

Total carbohydrates 14g  

Protein 5g 

Fiber 2g  

Sugar 11g  

Sodium 134mg  

Potassium 255mg

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Another November Cooking Demonstration – EVENING CLASS!

Healthy Holiday Meals

Looking for some tasty, healthy holiday meal ideas? Join dietitians Shelly Wegman, Meg Mangan and Kathy Brown as they show you how to make flavorful, heart healthy versions of traditional holiday fare. During this complimentary class, you will get to taste the dishes and will leave with the recipes and skills to make these delicious meals on your own.

Monday, November 17 at 5pm

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