Southwest Salsa Bowl
Courtesy of National Watermelon Promotion Board 12 Servings • 30 Min. Prep Time • 1 Hr. Chill Time| Ingredients |
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| 1 round seedless watermelon |
| dry erase marker |
| utility knife or carving knife |
| ice cream scoop or other large spoon |
| Fire & Ice salsa |
| For garnish: tortilla chips, jalapeños, cilantro and lime |
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| Fire and Ice Salsa: |
| 3 c. seeded and chopped watermelon |
| 1/2 c. green peppers |
| 2 Tbsp. lime juice |
| 1 Tbsp. chopped cilantro |
| 1Tbsp. green onion |
| 1-2 Tbsp. jalapeño peppers |
Directions:
1. Choose a round seedless watermelon.
2. Wash the watermelon and pat dry.
3. Use a dry erase marker to trace the design around the middle of the watermelon.
4. Use a utility knife to carve the design.
5. Split watermelon in half, and use a scoop to carve out flesh.
6. Choose a flat area of rind on the other watermelon half to trace and carve out a lizard design. (optional)
7. Fill bowl with Fire & Ice salsa
8. Garnish with lizard, chips, jalapenos, cilantro, and lime.
Fire and Ice Salsa:
1. Combine ingredients for salsa; mix well and cover. Refrigerate 1 hr. or more.
Servings: Makes 3 c.
