Grilled Watermelon

 This is perfect for summer or anytime.

8 slices watermelon

4 T. oil

1/4 tsp. salt 

Brush melon on both sides with oil.

Preheat grill pan to medium heat. 

Place melon slices on grill and cook on 1 side for a couple of minutes.

Flip melon over and cook on other side for a couple of minutes more or until done.

Sprinkle melon with salt

Serves 4 

Watermelon Gazpacho

This is perfect for the hot days of summer or anytime.

2 -3 c. seeded, chopped watermelon

1 - 2 Roma tomatoes chopped

1 clove garlic (crushed and chopped)
1/4 tsp. pepper
1/8 tsp. salt (optional)
1 small cucumber chopped
1/4 c. green onion chopped

1/2 c. each: onion chopped, bell pepper chopped

1/8 tsp. diced jalapeno pepper (optional)

Cut and prepare vegetables, watermelon and tomatoes.

In a blender or food processor combine tomatoes and watermelon and some of the vegetables. Blend for 10 - 20 sec. 

Pour gazpacho into a serving bowl.

Combine with remaining ingredients. Mix well and chill in refrigerator until ready to serve.

Makes 4 - 6 servings.

A Midsummers Delight Salad ™

This salad is perfect for summer.

Enjoy!

1 medium head romaine lettuce, torn
1/2 c. each; chopped cucumber, chopped red onion, chopped watermelon
1 - 2 oz. feta cheese, chopped

Rinse lettuce under water. Pat dry with clean dish towel, set aside. 

You can even use a salad spinner to dry lettuce, if desired. 

Chop vegetables, watermelon and feta cheese. 

Combine lettuce, watermelon and vegetables into a salad bowl.

Sprinkle cheese on salad and toss.

Refrigerate until ready to serve.

Serves 4- 6.