I love this salad because of all the surprises in it, from the different textures in the melon and tomato, to the similarity in appearance of the two, and the fun sweet hot heat of the fresh chili and the smokiness of the dried chili. Mint is one of my favorite summer herbs in salads...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