Watermelon Salad Recipe
compressed watermelon, heirloom tomato, pistachio aillade, red wine + sorghum vinaigrette, seasonal basil
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Ingredients
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Salad Ingredients
Method
Preparation Directions
Compress Watermelon
Cut the watermelon into cubes and compress them using a vacuum sealer or by placing them in a sealed bag with a little weight on top for about 30 minutes.
Prepare Heirloom Tomatoes
Dice the heirloom tomatoes into bite-sized pieces and set aside.
Make Pistachio Aillade
In a food processor, combine pistachios, a handful of basil leaves, and a pinch of salt. Pulse until finely chopped, then slowly drizzle in olive oil until you reach a sauce-like consistency.
Prepare Vinaigrette
In a small bowl, whisk together red wine vinegar, sorghum syrup, olive oil, salt, and black pepper until well combined.
Combine Salad
In a large bowl, gently toss the compressed watermelon, heirloom tomatoes, and remaining basil leaves. Drizzle the vinaigrette and top with pistachio aillade.
Serve
Serve immediately, garnished with extra pistachios if desired.