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Caitlin Bensel; Food Stylist: Torie Cox
Ingredients
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5 cups (3/4-in.) seeded watermelon cubes
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1 1/2 lbs. ripe tomatoes, cut into 3/4-in. cubes
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3 tsp. sugar
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1/2 tsp. salt
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1 small red onion, quartered and thinly sliced
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1/2 cup red wine vinegar
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1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
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Romaine lettuce leaves (optional)
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Cracked black pepper to taste
Directions
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Gather ingredients:
Caitlin Bensel; Food Stylist: Torie Cox
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Mix ingredients:
Combine watermelon and tomatoes in a large bowl; sprinkle with sugar and salt, tossing to coat.
Caitlin Bensel; Food Stylist: Torie Cox
Let stand 15 minutes.
Caitlin Bensel; Food Stylist: Torie Cox
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Add vinaigrette:
Stir in onion, vinegar, and oil. Cover and chill 2 hours. Serve chilled with lettuce leaves, if desired. Sprinkle with cracked black pepper to taste.
Caitlin Bensel; Food Stylist: Torie Cox