Summer in a Bowl

True wisdom lies in

gathering the precious things

out of each day as it goes by:

E.S. Bouton

 

Summer in a Bowl

Watermelon-Heirloom Tomato Peach Salad

This summer salad features seasonal tomatoes, watermelon, and peaches to create a sensationally delicious side dish This salad is vibrant in color and explodes with juiciness. Since tomatoes and watermelon both release a lot of moisture yellow cherry tomatoes were used. They have less moisture than the larger variety.

Cook’s notes: Advance prep: Cut melon into cubes, sprinkle with a little sugar to draw out moisture and drain in a colander. Halve tomatoes, sprinkle with salt to draw out moisture, and set out on paper towels for 10 minutes. Proceed with recipe directions. Salad serves 3-4.
Ingredients:

• 1 cup yellow cherry tomatoes, halved
• 2 cups red seedless watermelon, cubed
• 2 cups peaches, diced
• 1 cup blueberries
• 1 cup red grapes,halved
• 1/3 cup vertically sliced red onion
• 1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese or fresh mozzarella cheese balls (pearls) 
• Fresh basil or 1 tablespoon mixed herbs (parsley and basil)

Salad Directions:

• Mix salted tomatoes, watermelon, peaches, herbs, and red onion; toss to coat. Add in dressing and chill in refrigerator 30 minutes.
• Drain salad mixture in a colander, stir in cheese; toss gently.

Dressing Ingredients:

• 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil or lemon olive oil
• 1 tablespoon chopped mixed herbs (parsley and basil) or 1/4 cup fresh basil leaves, torn
• 1-1/2 tablespoons white balsamic vinegar or Lemongrass Mint Balsamic
• 1 teaspoon fresh lemon juice
• 1 tablespoon honey

Dressing Directions:

In a screw-top jar mix ingredients. Shake well. 

FIRE UP THE GRILL    

Add a hamburger to the salad and serve a 4 Point Puff Pastry Strawberry Tart 

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