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Spicy Grilled Watermelon, Jicama and Cucumber Salad Recipe

Spicy Grilled Watermelon, Jicama and Cucumber Salad Recipe

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Spicy Grilled Watermelon, Jicama and Cucumber Salad

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Ingredients:

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1 seedless watermelon, about 4 lb (red or yellow )
olive oil , for brushing the melon slices
1 cup peeled and diced jicama
1 cup thinly sliced cucumber
1/2 cup finely diced red onion
1 serrano chili, seeded and minced
1 tbsp roasted salted pepitas ( hulled pumkin seeds)
1/2 cup chopped fresh cilantro
1/4 cup chopped fresh mint
4 oz queso fresco, crumbled
1 tbsp olive oil
1 tbsp apple cider vinegar
1 lime , juice and zest of
1 tsp honey
1/4 tsp salt

Directions:

Preheat grill to high. Slice watermelon in half. Place flesh side down on a cutting board. Cutting crosswise, slice each watermelon half into 3/4-inch-thick slices. Using a pastry brush, brush slices lightly all over with olive oil. Grill for 3 minutes per side, or until black grill marks appear. Cool slightly before cutting into cubes.
For the dressing, combine all ingredients in a small bowl and whisk. Set aside.
For the salad, combine cooled cubed watermelon, cucumbers, red onion, Serrano chili, pepitas, cilantro and mint in a large bowl. Add dressing and toss gently until well combined. Add crumbled queso fresco cheese and serve either at room temperature or slightly chilled.

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Nutrition Facts

Per Serving Per 100 g

Amount Per 1 Serving
Calories	335.93 Kcal (1406 kJ)
Calories from fat	64.67 Kcal
		% Daily Value*
Total Fat	7.19g	11%
Cholesterol	17.21mg	6%
Sodium	252mg	11%
Potassium	1024.21mg	22%
Total Carbs	67.63g	23%
Sugars	47.92g	192%
Dietary Fiber	2.91g	12%
Protein	11.97g	24%
Vitamin C	72.7mg	121%
Vitamin A	0.5mg	17%
Iron	59.5mg	331%
Calcium	193.4mg	19%

Amount Per 100 g
Calories	39.26 Kcal (164 kJ)
Calories from fat	7.56 Kcal
		% Daily Value*
Total Fat	0.84g	11%
Cholesterol	2.01mg	6%
Sodium	29.45mg	11%
Potassium	119.7mg	22%
Total Carbs	7.9g	23%
Sugars	5.6g	192%
Dietary Fiber	0.34g	12%
Protein	1.4g	24%
Vitamin C	8.5mg	121%
Vitamin A	0.1mg	17%
Iron	7mg	331%
Calcium	22.6mg	19%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
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