Raise your hand if you like simple summer salads?  

What if we could incorporate a favorite summertime fruit that is traditionally reserved for big slices and smiles, and combine it with a few fresh herbs and a zesty dressing?

That would be fabulous, no?

Well this recipe has it all!  

And it’s super easy too; a handful of ingredients create a bright and delicious dressing that is simple yet powerful and tangy. We top the whole salad off with a nice dusting of a chopped almond and peanut mixture which gives it a wonderfully unexpected crunch.  

I used red seedless watermelon from my local market, but feel free to use yellow, or any other variety of California watermelon you prefer. This particular melon has a great texture and is very juicy…just like they should be!

I cut the watermelon into medium-sized cubes and added fresh chopped basil and mint leaves that I grew in my garden. Love being able to go outside a pick fresh leaves off the plants!

A quick addition of dressing to the chunks of watermelon and herbs…

Lightly fold the mixture and pour into a serving dish…

Top with a layer of crushed almonds and serve!

Such a refreshing option to serve for your weeknight dinners. It’s also the perfect option when heading to a neighborhood cookout or family get together.  

Just make sure you make enough, because it will get devoured!

Here is the recipe for ya…