This refreshing salad is sweet, spicy and salty all at once. It’s easy to make, and ingredients can be prepped ahead but they should not be combined until just before serving. Feta or ricotta salata cheese can easily be substituted for the cotija.
Serves 4-6
6 cups 1-inch cubes of watermelon
2 cups yellow tomatoes, cut into ¼ inch cubes
½ jalapeno, seeded, ribbed and minced
3 scallions, thinly sliced
½ cup cilantro leaves, pulled from their stems
3 ounces cotija cheese, cut into 1/4-inch cubes
2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
salt
pepper
Combine watermelon, tomatoes, jalapeño, scallions, cilantro, cheese, vinegar and olive oil. Season with a bit of salt and pepper to taste. Toss gently and serve immediately, using a slotted spoon to lift the salad from its liquid.
