“Waste not, want not!” is my motto, when it comes to about everything in my life. But you already knew that when I told you how to freeze extra produce to save money.
Lately I have been on a watermelon kick, and already told you about the benefits of eating the WHOLE watermelon, not just the delicious pink flesh. When I shared the Watermelon Rind Smoothie Recipe, I received a very curious email from…the National Watermelon Promotion Board. Who knew organizations like that existed? However, that was a good surprise. When I got the email, I checked out their web-site and was inspired to think outside the box to use watermelon rind in more than one way. I especially was intrigued by the Watermelon Rind, Carrot and Pineapple Slaw. I decided to make extra healthy and vegan friendly. I was anticipating the final results, as I was making it, and was not disappointed. I was greeted by a multi-layered, explosive taste experience of the final product.
Here is my watermelon creation for you to enjoy.
Watermelon Rind Slaw Recipe
- rind from one small (personal size) watermelon, with fruit and green peel removed
- 1 large carrot
- 1 large juicy apple
- ½ tsp ground mustard or pre-made Dijon mustard (optional)
- ¼ cup chopped cilantro
- dash of salt (~1/8 tsp)
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- 1 tbsp honey or maple syrup
- ⅓ container firm tofu (4-5 oz)
- grate watermelon rind, carrot and apple (I used Swissmar Borner V Power Mandoline with the smallest julienne blade)
- place into a mixing bowl
- blend tofu, honey, mustard and lemon juice in a high speed blender until smooth (I used Blendtec's twister jar)
- pour over grated ingredients
- add cilantro and salt, and toss
- refrigerate for 1-2 hours to let ingredients marinate (optional)
- slaw will store well refrigerated for a few days
I guarantee that you will love this unexpected creation. While it is filled with nutrients it is also packed with the most amazing flavors.
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Make it, let me know what you thought about it and make sure to share it with everyone around the world wide web. Let’s make this world a healthier place one delicious bite at a time.
