Cucumber Watermelon Caprese

Ingredients

• 2 cups cherry tomatoes, halved
• 2 cups sliced mini-cucumber (about 4 mini-cucumbers)
• 3 cups watermelon, melon-balled  
• 2 1/2 cups arugula  
• 1/2 shallot, thinly sliced and rinsed in cold water until crisp
• 1/2 cup torn basil leaves

For the dressing:

• 5 large leaves of basil
• 1 tablespoon yellow mustard
• 3 tablespoons champagne vinegar
• 1 tablespoon honey
• 1 tablespoon water
• 3/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
• 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt
• 1/8 teaspoon fresh cracked black pepper

Preparation

Step 1

Combine all dressing ingredients in a blender and blend until smooth.

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, combine all of the salad ingredients and the desired amount of dressing and toss thoroughly. Serve immediately.