Summer is the perfect time to experiment with new salad recipes!
There are so many amazing vegetables and fruits in season and pair well for a refreshing and healthy side dish.
In need of a new fresh recipe to try for the season? Try this watermelon, cucumber and tomato salad, and let us know what you think next time you're in the nursery!
Watermelon, Cucumber and Heirloom Cherry Tomato Salad
INGREDIENTS
Serves 8
½ small yellow or red seedless watermelon, cut into ½-inch cubes (about 3 cups)
3 cucumbers, peeled (if skin is thick or bitter) and cut into ½-inch cubes (about 2 cups)
1 pint heirloom green, black or yellow cherry tomatoes, halved (about 2 cups)
Zest of 1 lime
1 to 2 limes, juiced (about ÂĽ cup)
1 lemon, juiced (about ÂĽ cup)
½ to ¾ teaspoon sea salt or kosher salt, to taste
½ teaspoon chili powder
PREPARATION
In a large serving bowl, combine the watermelon, cucumbers and cherry tomatoes.
Chop the lime zest into ÂĽ-inch pieces and add to the salad. Add the lime juice and lemon juice and toss. Add the salt and chili powder and toss again.
Store in the refrigerator until ready to serve.
Source: Georgeanne Brennan and Ann M. Evans, The Davis Farmers Market Cookbook
This recipe was demonstrated for CUESA’s Market to Table program on July 7, 2012.