Grilled Watermelon with Champagne Vinaigrette, Chopique Caviar and Feta

Salad

Recipe courtesy of Chef Manny Augello, Jolie Bistro, Lafayette

Serves

Ingredients: 
  • 2 2-inch slices fresh watermelon, trimmed, each cut into 2-inch squares
  • 1/2 cup Champagne Vinaigrette (recipes follows)
  • 3/4 cup crumbled feta cheese
  • 1/3 cup Louisiana choupique caviar

Champagne Vinaigrette

  • 1 cup Champagne vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
  • 1 tablespoon small diced shallot
  • 5 mint leaves
  • 2 cups vegetable oil

 

 

Grilled Watermelon with Champagne Vinaigrette, Caviar and Feta

Grilled Watermelon with Champagne Vinaigrette, Caviar and Feta 

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Method: 

Grilled Watermelon:

Preheat grill for indirect heat cooking.

Grill watermelon squares to mark each side; chill.

For each serving, sprinkle with feta, drizzle with remaining vinaigrette. Finish each with a dollop of caviar. Makes 6 canapes servings.

Champagne Vinaigrette

Mix all ingredients and bring together with a whisk; chill. Makes 3 cups.

 

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