Friday 6 July 2012

Watermelon with Thyme


I can’t decide if this is a starter or a dessert. The boy thinks it’s a snack. Whichever way you go, it’s very refreshing. The Greek & Turkish shops where we live all sell watermelons whole or halved, and they all look good.

500g watermelon, peeled and seeded
2tsp coarse sea salt
1tsp fresh thyme leaves
3tbsp olive oil

Very simple. Cut the watermelon into large cubes. Place on a serving plate and chill for 30 minutes. Get the boy to cut a couple of sprigs of thyme from the pot outside the door, and pull the leaves off. Discard any that are looking a bit dry (shouldn’t be too many after all this rain).

Take the watermelon from the fridge and sprinkle with the salt thyme and oil. Toss gently and serve.

I think this would be a great palate refresher between courses but the boy is still going for snack.

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