Dec 12 Watermelon, Cantaloupe & Tequila Salsa

Ingredients

• 3 cups (750 mL) seedless watermelon, cubed
• 1 cup (250 mL) diced cantaloupe
• 1 yellow bell pepper, cored, seeded and diced
• 1 cup (250 mL) peeled, seeded and diced cucumber
• 1/2 cup (125 mL) purple onion, finely diced
• 1 jalapeño, stemmed, seeded and minced
• 1/4 cup (60 mL) finely chopped cilantro
• 2 tbsp (30 mL) lime juice
• 2 tbsp (30 mL) orange juice
• 2 tbsp (30 mL) tequila
• 1/4 cup (60 mL) canola oil
• Salt and pepper

Directions

Combine watermelon, cantaloupe, pepper, cucumber, onion and jalapeño in a large bowl. In a separate bowl, combine cilantro, juice, tequila and oil, whisking to mix. Season lightly with salt and pepper then pour over watermelon mixture. Gently stir to mix. Cover and refrigerate for 15 minutes before serving. Use as a dip with tortilla chips or serve on top of grilled chicken or white fish.

Serves 5 cups

Credit: Brie Delacruz