Crusted feta with rocket and watermelon salad

Crusted Feta with Rocket and Watermelon Salad – Cook’s Tip:

Watermelon Selection Tip:

When choosing a watermelon for your salad, follow this simple tip to ensure you pick a ripe and juicy one. Tap the thick rind of the watermelon with your knuckles. A ripe watermelon will produce a dull, deep sound and a slight vibration. These indicators suggest that the watermelon is high in water content and, therefore, ripe and refreshing.

Crusted Feta with Rocket and Watermelon Salad Recipe – Quick Recap:

Crusted Feta:

1. Preheat oven.
2. Cut feta into desired shape.
3. Mix olive oil and honey; coat feta.
4. Roll feta in sesame seeds and crushed nuts.
5. Bake until golden brown.

Rocket and Watermelon Salad:

1. Combine rocket, watermelon, and red onion.
2. Drizzle with balsamic glaze or vinaigrette.
3. Toss gently before serving.

Cook’s Tip: Assemble the salad just before serving for the freshest taste. Enjoy the delightful combination of the crusted feta with the crispness of rocket and the juiciness of watermelon!

Crusted Feta with Rocket and Watermelon Salad Recipe:

Ingredients:

For Crusted Feta:

• 200g feta cheese
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 tablespoon honey
• 3 tablespoons sesame seeds
• 1/4 cup crushed nuts (e.g., pistachios or almonds)

For Rocket and Watermelon Salad:

• 2 cups fresh rocket (arugula)
• 2 cups diced watermelon
• 1/2 red onion, thinly sliced
• Balsamic glaze or vinaigrette, for drizzling

Method:

Crusted Feta:

1. Preheat the oven to the recommended temperature.
2. Cut the feta into the desired shape (squares or rectangles).
3. In a bowl, mix olive oil and honey. Coat each piece of feta with this mixture.
4. In a separate dish, combine sesame seeds and crushed nuts.
5. Roll the honey-coated feta pieces in the sesame seed and nut mixture, ensuring they are evenly coated.
6. Place the coated feta on a baking sheet and bake until golden brown. Keep an eye on them to prevent burning.

Rocket and Watermelon Salad:

1. In a large salad bowl, combine fresh rocket, diced watermelon, and thinly sliced red onion.
2. Drizzle the salad with balsamic glaze or your favorite vinaigrette. Toss gently to combine.
3. Once the crusted feta is done, arrange the pieces on top of the salad.

Serve immediately and enjoy the delightful combination of flavors!

Cook’s Tip: Assemble the salad just before serving to maintain its freshness and crispness.