Basil dressing
6 large | Basil leaves, roughly chopped (Main) |
⅓ cup | Olive oil |
⅓ cup | Cider vinegar |
2 tsp | Shallots, diced |
1 dash | Flaky sea salt |
1 dash | Freshly ground black pepper |
Salad
600 g | Watermelon, peeled (Main) |
2 | Avocados, peeled and stoned |
2 Tbsp | Lemon juice |
1 cup | Rocket leaves |
1 serving | Basil leaves |
Directions
- Purée the basil and olive oil in a blender. Place in a bowl and whisk in the remaining ingredients. Stand for a couple of hours to allow the flavours to combine.
- Cut the watermelon into 3cm wedges. Slice the avocados and sprinkle with lemon juice.
- Combine with the rocket and place on a serving plate. Garnish with the basil leaves. Drizzle with the dressing just before serving.