10989 Watermelon, Tomato, and Kalamata Olive Salad 15 mins 5 mins 4 servings Wed Aug 01 16:30:00 -0700 2007 Wed Aug 12 10:08:13 -0700 2009 Easy Cal-Med CHOW http://www.chow.com/recipes/10989 Wed, 12 Aug 2009 17:08:13 GMT Mint and ricotta salata tie it together Mint and ricotta salata tie together this chic salad. This salad combines unusual flavors and is a great start to an alfresco dinner.

What to buy: Ricotta salata is a semihard Italian cheese that can be found at most gourmet markets or Italian groceries. If you can’t find it, you can substitute crumbled feta (which will be a bit saltier) or just leave it out.

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  • Combine watermelon, tomato, and cucumber in a large bowl. Sprinkle with salt and gently toss to combine. Transfer to a colander and let drain for at least 10 minutes.
  • Transfer drained mixture to a salad bowl and combine with olives, vinegar, olive oil, mint, and a generous amount of freshly ground black pepper. Sprinkle cheese over top and serve.

    • Beverage pairing: Dog Point Sauvignon Blanc, New Zealand. The vinegar, olives, and tomato demand a wine with high acid, but the watermelon asks for something with a little tropical fruit. Sauvignon Blanc is the answer, and this one from Dog Point Vineyard in New Zealand is the most delicious around. Like the salad, it’s an intriguing and juicy blend of savory and sweet with a great acid kick.

    ]]>     http://www.chow.com/assets/2007/07/watermelonsalad_290.jpg Kate Ramos 49 Soup/Salad/Sandwich 49 1 pound seedless watermelon, large dice (about 3 cups)

    ]]>     109 1 medium beefsteak tomato, seeded and cut into medium dice

    ]]>     65 1 small English cucumber, peeled, seeded, and cut into medium dice

    ]]>     301 2 teaspoons kosher salt

    ]]>     1/4 cup kalamata olives, pitted and halved

    ]]>     1 teaspoon balsamic vinegar

    ]]>     2 teaspoons extra-virgin olive oil

    ]]>     195 1 packed tablespoon fresh mint leaves, thinly sliced

    ]]>     1/2 ounce ricotta salata, cut into thin strips

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