Watermelon, the perfect summer treat!

When it's hot outside, it's natural to crave watermelon. Watermelon has excellent levels of vitamins A and C and good levels of vitamin B6. It also aids in hydration!

Check out the recipe below from letsmove.org. It's simple to make, easy for the kids to be involved, and doesn't require you to turn on the hot stove. Don't be afraid to introduce the kids to red pepper flakes and vinegar. I've discovered through lunch duty that the more you talk about the food and make it exciting for the kids, the more likely they are to try something new. Enjoy!

Fire and Ice Watermelon Salad

Serving Size
Serves 4 (1½ cup)

Ingredients

• 6 cups watermelon, rind removed, cut into large chunks
• 2 green onions, thinly sliced
• ⅓ cup thinly sliced red onion
• ⅓ cup torn mint leaves
• 1 tablespoon red pepper flakes
• ⅔ cup white vinegar
• 3 tablespoons vegetable oil
• 1 tablespoon chili powder

Directions

1. In a large bowl, combine watermelon, onions, mint, and red pepper flakes.
2. In a small bowl, mix vinegar, oil, and chili powder.
3. Drizzle vinegar mixture over watermelon mixture and serve. Line muffin tin(s) cups with paper baking cups (18 total).