It’s not even summer yet and we are about to have our second heat wave starting Sunday! During the last mini heat wave I wanted to serve a  side dish that was cool and refreshing. It turns out that watermelon and cucumbers are a perfect pair.  I served this salsa along with grilled fish tacos, but this side is so versatile it complements most fish, pork and chicken.  Oh, and let’s not forget a perfect salsa for dipping a tortilla chip. It’s a must try recipe!

From by the bay, wishing you cool food memories!

Maryann

Watermelon Cucumber Salsa

Serves 4

Ingredients

• 2 cups finely diced seedless watermelon
• 1 cup finely diced english cucumber
• 3 tablespoons minced red onion
• 1 tablespoon minced and seeded jalapeno pepper
• 1 tablespoon honey
• 2 tablespoons lime juice
• zest of one lime
• 1/4 teaspoon fine sea salt, or to taste
• 1/4 teaspoon fresh ground  black pepper
• 2 tablespoons finely chopped mint

Directions

In a medium size bowl combine the honey, lime juice salt and pepper. Mix well.  Add the remaining ingredients and toss gently. Cover and refrigerate until ready to serve, up to 1 day.