Enjoy this Sweet August Salad, featuring juicy in-season tomatoes and melon. Thank you Will and Stacy of iNSPiRE Culinary Academy for the demo and tasting. And thank you PeaceHealth Peace Harbor for funding these cooking demos. The PeaceHealth ProduceRx program is a prescription program that makes local fruits and vegetables available to food insecure folks with health conditions that can be improved through healthy diet.
Sweet August Salad
1 ½ pounds tomatoes, a mix of larger tomatoes cut into wedges, and cherry tomatoes cut in half
1 ½ pounds melon, seeded, rind cut away, and cut into half crescents
Salt and freshly ground black pepper
¼ cup medium to hot processed peppers
¼ cup white wine vinegar
small handful basil leaves
Extra virgin olive oil
Fresh cheese, crumbled (optional)
- Put the tomatoes and melon in a large bowl. Season with the salt and pepper. Toss gently.
- Add the pickled peppers and vinegar. Toss again.
- Add the basil and ¼ cup olive oil and toss again.
- Add the fresh cheese right before serving.
Serves 4-6 as a side dish
Preparation: 30-40 minutes. Cooking: None.
While the grill is heating up, make this refreshing salad to accompany whatever you are cooking. It is very versatile and makes any meal more festive.