Ingredients for 4 people
Half a medium water melon (to yield 3-4 cups of melon balls)
A handful each of freshly picked and chopped mint and parsley
1/4 cup olive oil
juice of half a lime and half a lemon
1/4 tsp cumin seed, freshly ground
Salt, pepper, chili flakes, sugar to taste
Scoop the flesh of the watermelon into balls with a melon baller. (It is worthwhile doing this - rather than simply chopping - for the texture and sensation in the mouth.)
Make up a dressing with the oil, citrus juice, cumin and seasoning. Be cautious with the sugar - a pinch may be enough, depending on how sweet and ripe your watermelon is.Toss the watermelon balls and the fresh herbs in the dressing, then chill for at least an hour.
The addition of crumbled feta will make this a more substantial salad.
