Saturday, June 20, 2009

Neka's Summer Watermelon Recipe

Cooling Summer Heat Recipe:
Watermelon and Watercress Salad with Ginger

Ingredients:
2 tablespoons organic rice vinegar
1 1/2 tablespoons Sesame oil
2 teaspoons minced peeled fresh ginger
1 1/2 teaspoons grated lime peel
1 garlic clove, minced
2 cups 1/2-inch pieces seedless watermelon
1 large bunch watercress, thick stems trimmed
1 cup 1/2-inch pieces peeled seeded cucumber
4 green onions, thinly sliced
1/4 cup chopped fresh mint
3 to 4 tablespoons crumbled raw sheep’s feta cheese (optional)

Preparation:
1) Whisk vinegar, oil, ginger, lime peel, and garlic in large bowl to blend. Season to taste with salt and pepper.
2) Add watermelon, watercress, cucumber, green onions and mint to bowl; toss to coat. Sprinkle each salad with a portion of feta.

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