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Mojito Watermelon

By Marian Cooper CairnsPublished: Jun 2, 2015

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mojito watermelon

Brian Woodcock

Yields:

8 serving(s)

Prep Time:

15 mins

Total Time:

15 mins

This spiced up watermelon makes everyone's favorite summer treat even better.

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Ingredients

2 Tbsp. olive oil
2 strips lime zest, sliced, plus 2 tablespoons juice
1 tsp. sugar
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
1/2 small watermelon, rind discarded and sliced
1/3 cup torn fresh mint
Flaky sea salt

Directions

1. Step 1Whisk together oil, lime juice, and sugar in a bowl. Season with salt and pepper.
2. Step 2Serve watermelon topped with dressing, lime zest, mint, and sea salt.

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