Watermelon Salad

The longest day of the year and, here in the Sonoran Desert, already well into the heat of the season.  One of my favorite cooling recipes is this watermelon salad.  It’s quick, easy, and a great source of lycopene, good protection against many cancers, including breast and prostate.  This salad goes well with spicy Mexican food and, at only 50 calories per one cup serving, it’s the perfect dish for the dog days of summer.

From: Everyday Cooking with Dr. Dean Ornish

Ingredients

 4 cups seeded watermelon, cut in ½-inch cubes

½ cup diced red onion

4 Tbsp. rice vinegar, unseasoned
2 Tbsp. chopped fresh mint

½ tsp. pepper

Combine all ingredients in a large bowl and serve immediately.

Whatever is dreamed on this night, will come to pass. ~ William Shakespeare