Watermelon Jicama Salad with Jalapenos

Watermelon Jicama Salad with Jalapenos

Recipe By :Janet Hazen

Serving Size : 4 Preparation Time :
Categories : Chilies

 Jalapeno SYRUP:

1/2 cup fresh lime juice

1/2 cup water
1/2 cup sugar
6 jalapeno peppers -- stemmed & cut in thin rounds

2 cups watermelon -- seeded and cubed
1 small jicama -- peeled & cut in julienne (1 1/2 to 2 cups)
mint sprigs -- for garnish

This refreshing summer salad is simple and easy to prepare, and makes an

outstanding appetizer or side dish to serve with grilled poultry or fish.
Grilled prawns mixed into this combination would also be delicious.

Hotter: rated 6

To make the Jalapeno Syrup:

Combine the lime juice, water, and sugar in a small saucepan. Bring to a

boil over moderate heat. Boil for 10 to 15 minutes, until the mixture is
thick and syrupy. Add the jalapeno pepper and cook for 5 minutes. Remove from the heat and cool to room temperature.

Arrange the watermelon and Jicama on a plate. Drizzle the jalapeno syrup over the fruit, topping with the jalapeno rounds. Garnish with fresh mint, and serve slightly chilled or at cool room temperature.

"Hot!" by Janet Hazen