WATERMELON, RICOTTA SALATA, BASIL, AND PINE NUT SALAD from Epi...remembered this, it got raves,
Unfortunately one of the few things my dh doesn't like is watermelon. Can't understand that, what's not to like, lol?
WATERMELON, RICOTTA SALATA, BASIL, AND PINE NUT SALAD
One of Cat Cora's signature dishes is a watermelon, feta, and mint salad (a nod to her Greek heritage). Here, she gives the recipe an Italian accent.
3 tablespoons thinly sliced fresh basil
2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
1 4-pound seedless watermelon, cut into 1/2-inch cubes (about 6 cups)
1/2 pound ricotta salata (salted dry ricotta cheese),* cut into 1/4-inch cubes
1/4 cup pine nuts, toasted
Whisk first 3 ingredients in small bowl. Season dressing with salt and pepper. Place watermelon and ricotta salata in medium serving bowl. Drizzle with dressing; toss. Sprinkle with pine nuts.
*Available at supermarkets, Italian markets, and specialty foods stores.
Makes 6 servings.
http://www.epicurious.com/recipes/recipe_views/views/232548