Cucumber, Watermelon and Strawberry Salad With Shiso

Submitted by dandelionleaf

"The unique flavour of shiso leaves make this an unforgettable and refreshing salad."

 

• Ready In: 20mins
• Ingredients: 10
• Yields: 2 1/2 cups
• Serves: 4

ingredients

• 1 cup seedless watermelon, peeled and diced
• 1 cup English cucumber, peeled and diced
• 1⁄2 cup strawberry, sliced
• 12 shiso leaves
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 tablespoon red wine vinegar
• 1 teaspoon maple syrup
• 1⁄2 teaspoon coarse salt
• 1⁄2 teaspoon fresh ground pepper
• 1⁄4 cup feta, crumbled (optional)

directions

1. Peel and dice cucumber and watermelon into 2 cm cubes, and place in a bowl with strawberry slices.
2. Chiffonade shiso leaves (purple or green are fine) and add to bowl.
3. Whisk together oil, vinegar, maple syrup, salt and pepper. Add vinaigrette to salad and toss gently.
4. Serve immediately, either as is, or with optional feta sprinkled on top.