Smashed Minted Cucumber & Watermelon Salad

Beat the heat with sweet watermelon, cooling cucumber, and fresh mint, simply combined to create a refreshing side salad. This dish comes together easily to complete your al fresco menu. Serve with a crisp white wine and savor the flavors of summer.

SHOPPING LIST:

2 cups Persian cucumbers, about four
2 cups seedless watermelon, cubed
1 cup sheep's milk feta cheese, cubed
4 ounces Bella Cucina Mint & Pistachio Pesto
1/4 cup toasted pistachios, chopped
fresh mint leaves, optional

 

PREPARATION: 

Using a mallet, smash cucumbers until they are slightly flattened. Slice down the middle lengthwise and horizontally into 1/2 inch pieces. 

Transfer cucumber, watermelon, and feta to a bowl and toss with Bella cucina Mint & Pistachio Pesto to combine. 

Garnish with fresh mint leaves and chopped pistachios.