Spicy Watermelon and Avocado Salad with Lime Ginger Dressing

Ingredients

• •4 cups watermelon, cubed
• •2 avocados, diced
• •1 small red onion, thinly sliced
• •1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
• •1 jalapeño, thinly sliced
• •1 tablespoon sesame seeds (optional, for garnish)
• •2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
• •1 teaspoon lime zest
• •1 teaspoon freshly grated ginger
• •2 tablespoons olive oil
• •1 teaspoon honey (optional for sweetness)
• •Salt to taste
• •Freshly ground black pepper to taste

Instructions

1. 1

   Prepare the watermelon by cutting it into bite-sized cubes and place the cubes in a large mixing bowl.

2. 2

   Dice the avocados and add them to the bowl with the watermelon.

3. 3

   Thinly slice the red onion and jalapeño, then add them to the bowl along with the chopped fresh cilantro.

4. 4

   In a small bowl, whisk together the lime juice, lime zest, freshly grated ginger, olive oil, and honey (if using). Season the dressing with salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste.

5. 5

   Pour the lime ginger dressing over the salad ingredients and gently toss everything together to coat evenly.

6. 6

   Transfer the salad to a serving platter or bowl. Garnish with sesame seeds (if using) for an added touch of texture and presentation.

7. 7

   Serve immediately and enjoy this refreshing, spicy, and zesty salad as a side dish or light meal.