Description
This Watermelon Feta Sandwich features thick, refreshing watermelon slices layered with herb-infused marinated feta cheese, peppery arugula, and a balsamic glaze for a stunning no-bread meal. Perfect for hot summer days, picnics, or meal prep when you want something cool, light, and satisfying without heating up your kitchen.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 thick slices seedless watermelon, about 1 to 1.5 cm thick, cut into sandwich shapes
- 150 g block feta cheese, cut into thick slices
- 1 handful fresh arugula
- 2 tablespoons balsamic glaze
- 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil, high quality for best flavor
- 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice, freshly squeezed
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest
- 1 garlic clove, pressed
- 1 tablespoon sesame seeds, white and black mixed
- 1 teaspoon honey
- 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1/2 teaspoon chili flakes
- freshly cracked black pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Mix the Marinade: In a small bowl, combine the extra virgin olive oil, fresh lemon juice, lemon zest, pressed garlic clove, sesame seeds, honey, dried oregano, chili flakes, and freshly cracked black pepper until well blended.
- Marinate the Feta: Add the feta cheese slices to the bowl and gently toss until they're well coated with the marinade. Cover the bowl and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes, allowing the flavors to infuse into the cheese.
- Prepare the Watermelon: While the feta marinates, cut your seedless watermelon into thick sandwich-sized slices, aiming for pieces about 1 to 1.5 cm thick and roughly rectangular in shape. Trim the outer rind edges if needed to create neat, uniform shapes.
- Start with Watermelon: Place one thick slice of watermelon on your plate or serving board as the base.
- Layer the Feta: Add a generous layer of the marinated feta cheese slices directly onto the watermelon slice.
- Add Fresh Arugula: Pile a handful of fresh arugula on top of the feta, letting some leaves overflow for a vibrant presentation.
- Drizzle and Top: Drizzle the balsamic glaze over the arugula, then crown your sandwich with the second watermelon slice.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes