Mexican Watermelon & Papaya Salad With Tequila Vinaigrette |
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Prep Time: 25 Minutes Cook Time: 0 Minutes |
Ready In: 25 Minutes Servings: 6 |
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A wonderful Mexican recipe from Food and Wine, May 2008 edition. Light, healthy and vegetarian too. Ingredients:
1/4 cup fresh lime juice |
1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice |
2 tablespoons tequila |
3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil |
1 teaspoon white wine vinegar |
salt and pepper |
2 cups papayas, peeled seeded and cut into 1-by-1/2-inch batons |
2 cups seedless watermelon, cut into 1-by-1/2-inch batons |
2 cups jicama, peeled and cut into 1-by-1/2-inch batons |
5 ounces spring mix greens |
1 avocado, cut into 1/2-inch cubes |
Directions:
1. In a large bowl, whisk the lime juice and vinegar with the tequila. Whisk in the olive oil and season the vinaigrette with salt and pepper.
2. Add the papaya, watermelon, jicama and greens and toss well.
3. Add the avocado and toss gently.
4. Season with salt and pepper and serve right away.
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