Tuesday, March 22, 2011

2144. WATERMELON SALAD with BASIL and BACON

makes 6 servings


6 cups cut watermelon
2 cups quartered fresh strawberries
2 green apples, cored and diced
1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
6 slices cooked and cooled bacon, crumbled
1/4 cup thinly sliced fresh basil

In a large bowl, combine the watermelon, strawberries and apples. In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, salt and pepper. Drizzle the mixture over the fruit, then gently toss to combine. Scatter the bacon and basil over the salad. Serve immediately at room temperature.


bacon recipe courtesy of: J.M. Hirsch, The Seattle Times, August 12, 2010

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