Watermelon & Arugula Salad

I love everything that Ina Garten makes. This is a simple but delicious salad.

Watermelon & Arugula Salad

1/2 pound baby arugula leaves

2 pounds seedless watermelon, 3/4-inch-diced (3 pounds with the rind)

1/3 cup good olive oil

1/4 cup freshly squeezed lemon juice (2 lemons)

1 tsp kosher salt

1/2 tsp freshly ground black pepper

1/2 -pound chunk Parmesan cheese

Place the arugula in a large bowl. In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, salt, and pepper. Pour enough dressing on the arugula to moisten. Toss well and add watermelon.

With a very sharp knife or a vegetable peeler, shave the Parmesan into large shards and sprinkle them on the arugula and watermelon. Sprinkle with salt and serve.

A friend of mine adds toasted pumpkin seeds and I think that would be a nice addition.

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