A quick salad of watermelon and basil. The chilli powder plays well with the sweetness of the melon.
Ingredients
– ¼ cup basil leaves
– 4 cups 1/2-inch cubes of watermelon
– 2 teaspoons of lemon juice
– ¼ teaspoon of kosher salt
– ¼ teaspoon chilli powder
Directions / Instructions
Step 1
Stack basil leaves on top of each other and rolls tightly into a log. Slice lengthwise into thin ribbons.
Step 2
Combine basil slices and watermelon in a large bowl. Drizzle lemon juice over watermelon.
Step 3
Mix salt and chilli powder together in a small bowl; sprinkle over watermelon and toss to combine. Chill salad before serving, at least 30 minutes.
Nutrition Facts
Per Serving: 2 calories; protein 0.1g; carbohydrates 0.4g; sodium 121.8mg.
source – cooking365coza
