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Late Summer Watermelon Salad

Posted on September 2, 2015March 10, 2022 by Mary
Mouthwatering collage of color. Perfect for Labor Day

Labor Day’s Swan Song of summer demands a final salute to the ambrosial fruits the season delivered. This recipe is so simple it’s embarrassing but I make it over and over and continue to receive rave reviews. Peach Balsamic Vinegar is its secret ingredient, drawing the flavors out of the watermelon and complimenting the mint. It also brings a sweet and sourness that makes this salad unique. The addition of figs is optional but the two fruits are the perfect union. Each bite is a mouthful of cool, crisp tang that will create a smile!

Late Summer Watermelon Salad

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Ingredients Method

Ingredients
  

  • 1 medium watermelon cut into cubes
  • 1/4 cup barely chopped fresh mint
  • 2-3 Tablespoons Peach Balsamic Vinegar or White Balsamic Vinegar
  • 3-4 figs sliced lengthwise into quarters

Method
 

  1. Place watermelon in a large bowl. Gently stir in mint, then vinegar. Fold in the figs.
  2. Refrigerate until ready to serve.
  3. Be prepared for no leftovers!

“Live in each season as it passes; breathe the air, drink the drink, taste the fruit, and resign yourself to the influence of the earth.” 

― Henry David Thoreau, Walden

Ciao and Happy Labor Day Holiday!

Mary

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Ciao! I’m Mary, a chef with a heart full of French flair, an explorer of the world, a history buff, and a green-thumbed gardener. My love for food, its origins, all things Europe, and the legendary Julia Child has led me to exciting adventures and delicious discoveries. Travel tugs at my heart, leading me to new places to indulge in local delights, explore ancient sites, and learn of secret spots and recipes from the locals.

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