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Watermelon and Citrus Salad

4.7

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There's plenty of zing in this refreshing summer salad, which also features red onion and peppery watercress.

Recipe information

  • Yield

    Serves 6

Ingredients

2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
1 tablespoon frozen orange juice concentrate, thawed
2 teaspoons whole-grain Dijon mustard
1 teaspoon grated orange peel
1/2 teaspoon sugar
1/2 cup olive oil
2 large bunches watercress, tough stems trimmed
4 cups 3/4-inch pieces seeded watermelon
4 oranges, peel and white pith removed, each cut into 6 rounds
4 thin red onion slices, cut in half
3 tablespoons thinly sliced fresh mint

Preparation

  1. Step 1

    Whisk first 5 ingredients in small bowl to blend. Gradually add oil and whisk until well blended. Season dressing with salt and pepper. (Can be made 1 day ahead. Cover and chill. Bring to room temperature and rewhisk before using.)

    Step 2

    Divide watercress among 6 plates. Top watercress on each plate with watermelon, orange rounds, onion slices and mint, dividing equally. Drizzle salads with dressing and serve.

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