Makes 8 servings
¼ cup distilled white vinegar
¼ cup sugar
½ teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
2 fresh cucumbers, peeled, seeded, and thinly sliced
4 cups seeded and cubed watermelon
2 teaspoons salt, divided use
¼ cup thinly sliced red onion
Combine the vinegar, sugar, and red pepper flakes in a small
saucepan. Bring to a boil and cook for 1 minute. Remove from heat and cool.
Place the sliced cucumbers in a colander, toss with 1 teaspoon
salt, and let sit for 30 minutes. Rinse and pat dry. When ready to serve, toss
the watermelon with the remaining teaspoon salt, add the cucumbers and red
onion, and dress with the vinegar mixture. Toss until combined. Serve at room
temperature or chill for a few hours before serving.
