Market Recipe: Spicy! Watermelon Salsa

Market Recipe: Spicy! Watermelon Salsa

by Mueller Market Chef Julia Whitehorn

Featured Ingredients:

• 1 yellow watermelon – @bouldinfoodforest
• 1 jar of peach cowboy candy –  @simple_promise_farms  
• 1 bunch shiso (mint) – @munkebofarm
• 1 bunch traditional mint – @simple_promise_farms
• 2 japanese cucumber – @b5farm

Dressing Ingredients:

• 3-5 tbs rice vinegar 
• 2 tbs honey
• Salt and pepper 

Directions:

1. De-seed watermelon and dice into small cubes.
2. Quarter the cucumber and slice thinly along with the mint.
3. Add all prepared ingredients into a large bowl. 
4. Drain the cowboy candy and pour 4-5 tbs of the liquid into the bowl. Add back in a few jalapeño/peaches to the mix based off spice preference. 
5. Mix in the vinegar, honey, salt, and pepper to taste.
6. Toss to fully combine and enjoy!

Serving suggestions: Chill 2-3 hours before and add on top of tacos or pair with crispy tortilla chips!