Here is one that will dazzle your guests. People never expect to see a grilled watermelon, and many are reluctant to take the first bite. But, that is where the apprehension ends. Serves 6
Ingredients:
- 6 Wedges of watermelon cut 1½ inch thick
- 3/4 Cup seeded Roma tomatoes chopped
- 1/4 Cup Kalamata olives, pitted and cut in half the long way
- 1/4 Cup chopped green onions
- 2 Tablespoons minced shallots or minced red onion
- 1/2 Cup white wine vinegar
- 1 Teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 1/4 Cup Extra Virgin olive oil
- S&P to taste
Directions:
Make the dressing first, so flavors blend while you are grilling the watermelon.
In a bowl, whisk together vinegar, shallots, Dijon and oil. Stir in tomatoes, olives and scallions. Reserve. Grill watermelon on a hot grill just until it gets marked with grill marks. You are not trying to cook the watermelon, just mark it. Place one piece on a plate and top with the dressing.
