There’s no denying the enormous health benefits and hydration that watermelon provides. When the temperatures soar, it’s time to make a pitcher of this super-delicious beverage and keep it on hand to sip on all day. INGREDIENTS: 2 cups seedless watermelon, cut into small chunks 1/3 cup lemon juice 1/4 cup agave or mild...Read More
Use this sweet-hot salsa on grilled chicken or fish, or serve it with tortilla chips on a hot summer evening. This salsa is full of flavor, and both icy cool and spicy hot, the combination for a summer barbeque. For a refreshing side salad, cut the watermelon into larger chunks and place it on the...Read More
This icy-cold slushy made with sweet watermelon is the perfect refreshment for hot summer days! INGREDIENTS: 4 cups cubed seedless ripe, sweet watermelon 10 ice cubes 1/3 cup fresh lime juice 1/4 cup white sugar 2 small sprigs of fresh mint, leaves removed 1/8 teaspoon salt METHOD: Place watermelon and ice into a blender. Add...Read More
Here’s a refreshing change for a summertime drink that uses icy cold watermelon and limeade concentrate. Allow enough time to freeze the watermelon prior to preparing beverage. INGREDIENTS: 1 small watermelon, cut into 1/2-inch cubes watermelon (8 cups) 1 1/2 cups ginger ale 1/3 cup water 1 can (6 oz) frozen limeade concentrate, thawed METHOD:...Read More
This is a cool and very refreshing salad for picnics or warm summer evenings. INGREDIENTS: 1 (5-pound) seedless watermelon, chilled 1 sweet Vidalia or red onion, peeled 1/4 cup red wine vinegar or freshly squeezed lime juice Salt and pepper 1/2 cup extra-virgin olive oil 2 tablespoons fresh mint, chopped 2 tablespoons flat leaf parsley,...Read More
