Pretty in Pink

Photography By | Last Updated August 02, 2015
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Seed spitting contests, and vodka injected melons have kept watermelons in the lower echelons of the social ladder. But watermelon has many uses beyond its country bumpkin reputation. At its peak, juicy sweet, crunchy watermelon is perfect paired with sultry,salty, creamy cheese for a bright side dish.  Serve alongside grilled steak or chicken. Here are 2 watermelon dishes we love.  One from Trattoria II Mulina in the Hilton Nashville Downtown which pairs ripe watermelon with creamy burrata cheese. The other from The Food Company, pairs watermelon with salty feta cheese on skewers, perfect for a party.

Watermelon with Burrata and Frisse

Burrata is a ball of mozzarella like cheese filled with cream and more cheese which oozes out when cut into. It comes in a plastic tub packed in brine. Look for it at Trader Joe's and Whole Foods. The...

Watermelon Feta Skewers

When in season, cherry or heirloom tomatoes go great in this mix.

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