Watermelon, Kale and Feta Salad

Watermelon, Kale and Feta Salad

Ingredients

• 1/2 seedless watermelon, cut into 1 cubes
• 1 shallot, finely chopped
• 4 tablespoons torn mint
• 6 tablespoons olive oil
• Kosher salt and freshly cracked black pepper to taste
• 2 heads kale, cut into thin strips
• 1 sheet feta cheese, cut into 1/2 inch cubes
• 3 tablespoons sunflower seeds, toasted

Balsamic Vinaigrette

• 5 tablespoons olive oil, divided
• 3 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
• 3 cloves garlic, chopped
• kosher salt and freshly cracked black pepper to taste

Instructions

1. Combine the watermelon, shallots, and mint in a large bowl with the 4 tablespoons of olive oil. Season the mixture with salt and pepper and toss to combine. Transfer to a fridge and let marinate for at least 1 hour, up to 3 hours.
2. Toss the shredded kale with the 2 tablespoons olive oil and season with salt and pepper. Using your hands, massage everything together for 2 minutes. Transfer the kale to a serving bowl.
3. In a blender whisk together the vinaigrette ingredients and season to taste. Top the kale with the watermelon mixture, feta, and sunflower seeds. Drizzle with balsamic vinaigrette and serve.