Jul 13 2026
RestaurantsVeselkaWatermelon & Heirloom Tomato Salad Recipe

Watermelon & Heirloom Tomato Salad Recipe

Inspired by Veselka
Time20m
Serves4

Served over a bed of baby arugula with red onions, cucumbers, Brinza cheese, fresh mint and lime vinaigrette.

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Ingredients

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Salad Ingredients

Method

Preparation Instructions

  1. 1

    Prepare the Salad Base

    In a large bowl, combine the diced watermelon, heirloom tomatoes, cucumber, and red onion. Gently toss to mix the ingredients.

  2. 2

    Add Arugula and Cheese

    On a serving platter, lay down the baby arugula. Spoon the watermelon and tomato mixture on top of the arugula. Sprinkle the crumbled Brinza cheese over the salad.

  3. 3

    Prepare the Dressing

    In a small bowl, whisk together fresh lime juice, olive oil, salt, and pepper to taste. Add chopped fresh mint to the vinaigrette.

  4. 4

    Finish the Salad

    Drizzle the lime vinaigrette over the salad just before serving. Garnish with additional mint leaves if desired.

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