Name: Zesty Watermelon & Jicama Salad
Ingredients: 4 cups watermelon (rind removed, seeded and cubed into 1-inch pieces); 1/4 cup crumbled cotija cheese (or another crumbly cheese such as feta); 1 cup chopped peeled jicama; 1/4 cup chopped red onion; 1 lime; 1/4 teaspoon chili powder (or more, to taste); 1/4 cup fresh cilantro (chopped (or another fresh, leafy herb such as basil or thyme)); ¼ teaspoon salt (optional)

When it’s hot outside, this cool salad is so refreshing.

CourseSalad, Side Dish

Servings

Calories37kcal

Ingredients

4 cups watermelon rind removed, seeded and cubed into 1-inch pieces
1/4 cup crumbled cotija cheese or another crumbly cheese such as feta
1 cup chopped peeled jicama
1/4 cup chopped red onion
1 lime
1/4 teaspoon chili powder or more, to taste
1/4 cup fresh cilantro chopped (or another fresh, leafy herb such as basil or thyme)
¼ teaspoon salt optional

Instructions

Wash hands with soap and water.
Wash watermelon well before cutting.
Put watermelon in a serving bowl.
Squeeze lime juice over watermelon cubes.
Sprinkle with chili powder and salt, if desired.
Stir together gently and serve right away.

Notes

If bringing this dish away from home, keep watermelon separate from other ingredients then, toss together before serving.

Nutrition

Zesty Watermelon & Jicama Salad