Today’s Recipe: Carol’s Summer Salad

CAROL’S SUMMER SALAD
PREP TIME: 45 MINUTES, PLUS 45 MINUTES CHILLING
COOK TIME: 4-6 MINUTES
MAKES: 8 SERVINGS

Salad
4    cups cubed watermelon, cut into bite-size chunks
1    t salt
1    cup cashews
2    T honey
¼   lb back bacon, cooked and diced
4    ozs cream cheese, cut into small cubes
4    cups baby greens
1½ cups croutons

Lime-Coconut Dressing
2    T lime juice
2    T coconut vinegar
½   t grated ginger
1    t honey

1. In a large bowl, combine watermelon and salt; chill for 45 minutes.
2. While the watermelon is chilling, toast the cashews in a medium skillet over medium heat. Once they begin to brown, add honey and stir. Cook for 1-2 minutes; spread out on parchment paper in a single layer to cool.
3. After chilling, drain watermelon in a colander and add to a large bowl. Add cashews, bacon, and cream cheese. Add baby greens and toss to combine.
4. In a small bowl, whisk together all ingredients for the dressing, and pour over salad.
5. Serve topped with croutons.