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Watermelon, Cucumber, and Jícama Salad

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Watermelon, Cucumber, and Jícama SaladGentl & Hyers

Active time: 30 min Start to finish: 30 min

Cooks' notes:

• Watermelon and vegetables can be cubed and combined 6 hours ahead and chilled, covered. Add lime juice, herbs, and salt just before serving. • Herbs can be chopped and combined 6 hours ahead and chilled, covered.

Recipe information

  • Yield

    Makes 6 servings

Ingredients

4 cups cubed (1/2 inch) seeded watermelon (from a 3-lb piece, rind discarded)
2 cups cubed (1/2 inch) peeled jicama (1 lb)
2 cups cubed (1/2 inch) peeled and seeded cucumber (1 1/2 lb)
1/2 cup fresh lime juice
1/4 cup chopped fresh mint
1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
1/4 cup chopped fresh basil
1 teaspoon salt

Preparation

  1. Toss together all ingredients in a serving bowl. Serve immediately.

TagsSaladWatermelonMelonFruitCucumberVegetableJicamaRoot VegetableStarterDinnerLunchGluten FreeNut FreeDairy FreeVeganVegetarianEasyMake AheadNo-CookGourmet
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