Spicy Watermelon and Avocado Salsa

I tend to be a purist when it comes to watermelon  - I like slicing it up outside and sprinkling some sea salt on it. But lately I have been having fun experimenting with the juicy summer staple and it made its way into a fruit salsa. This colorful combination is both sweet and savory with a spicy kick. It's easy to throw together before friends come over. Also, perfect for fish tacos or simply as a side with grilled fish.


























Spicy Watermelon and Avocado Salsa 

Ingredients:

• 2 cups 1/2-inch cubed seedless watermelon
• 1 cup cubed ripe avocado
• 1 small red onion, chopped
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1/3 cup cilantro leaves, chopped
• 1-2 small jalapeno peppers, finely minced (depending on how spicy you like it)
• Juice of 1 lime
• 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper 
• 2 ounces blanco tequila
• Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste

Instructions: 

1. Combine all the ingredients together in a medium-sized bowl. 
2. Toss together gently. 
3. Let the salsa stand for 30 minutes. 
4. Serve. 

Makes: 6 servings