Herbed Watermelon Salad with Fresh Goat Cheese

1 4-5 lb. seedless watermelon
1 small red onion, halved lengthwise and thinly sliced crosswise
4 oz. crumbled goat cheese
2 T. thinly sliced fresh mint leaves
1/3 c. balsamic vinegar
1/4 c. olive oil
1/2 t. salt
1/2 t. freshly ground black pepper

Cut the rind away from the watermelon and cut the flesh into 1/2" thick wedges. Arrange the melon on a serving platter and sprinkle with onion, goat cheese, and mint.

In a small bowl, whisk together the vinegar, oil, salt, and pepper. Taste and add more salt if desired.

Just before serving, pour the dressing over the salad. Serve immediately.

6 servings.

From Yankee magazine, May/June 2016, p. 51.