Watermelon & Feta Salad with Serrano Chile Vinaigrette

Makes 6 servings

Ingredients:

• 1 cup olive oil
• 2 Tbl. fresh lime juice
• 2 Tb. champagne vinegar
• 2 tsp. fresh thyme, chopped
• 1 small shallot, minced
• 1 serrano chile, sliced into half-rounds slices
• Salt to taste
• 1 small seedless watermelon
• 1/3 lb. feta cheese, sliced into 12 (1/8″ thick) slices
• 1 bunch of arugula
• More sliced serrano chiles, for garnish

NOTE: If serrano chiles are too hot for your palate, you can substitute jalapenos or poblano peppers instead.

Instructions:

1. In a jar with lid, combine olive oile, lime juice, vinegar, thyme, shallot and serrano chile. Shake well. Season with additional salt to taste; chill in refrigerator. 
2.  Cut watermelon in half and remove outer rind. Slice flesh into 3″ squares, reserving the non-square leftovers for snacking. 
3. To assemble salad, alternate layers of watermelon and feta squares on a platter. Drizzle with vinaigrette and garnish with arugula and additional sliced serrano chiles.