Cucamelon Salad - What's a Cucamelon!?

They're tiny, they're adorable, and they're downright delicious.

These itty bitty cucumbers are a little bit lemony tasting, and pair perfectly with ripe cherry tomatoes and grapes.Also known as Sanditas or Mexican Sour Gerkins, these little babies are being grown around the US now, and I've seen them in well-stocked grocery stores and farmer's markets on both coasts. Check your local store now, or order seeds for next year here and grow your own!

Cucamelon Salad

Serves 6-8 as a side2 cups cucamelons (aka sanditas), washed, dried & halved (or chopped Persian cucumbers)2 cups cherry tomatoes, washed, dried & halved2 cups red grapes, washed, dried & halved8 leaves fresh basil, washed, dried & tornJuice from 1/2 lemon2 tablespoons olive oilPinch sea saltCombine the cucamelons, tomatoes and grapes in a bowl.Tear the basil and add to the bowl.Combine the lemon juice, olive oil and salt in a small bowl. Whisk well.Pour olive oil mixture over the cucamelons and toss gently. Serve immediately and enjoy the happy sounds of delighted guests. Inspired by Elise Kornack's Tomato & Sandita Salad in New York Magazine October, 2013Learn more How to End your tummy troubles with my favorite probiotics!!Check this out Collagen protein for healthy skin and joint health!!