Grilled watermelon, feta and basil salad

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1 mini watermelon, cut into 1-inch thick slabs and lightly brushed with olive oil
4 ounces feta cheese, cut into cubes
juice of 1/2 lime
2 Tbsp fresh basil, sliced thin
1/4 tsp kosher salt
black pepper to taste

Balsamic Reduction
1/2 cup balsamic vinegar
1 Tbsp honey
pinch of salt

1. Place watermelon slabs on the grill, cooking for 2-3 min/side or until marked and warm.
Remove from grill and cut off rind.
Cut watermelon into 1-inch cubes.
Toss watermelon with basil, salt, pepper and lime juice.
Gently fold in the cubed feta, being careful not to break it up.

2. Make balsamic reduction.
Bring ingredients to a boil, reduce to medium-low heat and simmer for 6-8 minutes or until mixture is reduced to about 3 Tbsp and is thick and syrupy.

3. Drizzle salad with balsamic reduction just before serving.

side dishes June 07, 2016 23:13

Author Julie Knudson

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