Total Steps
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Ingredients
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Tools Needed
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The Persian FusionIngredients
- 1 cup walnut halves
- 1 whole watermelon
- 200 grams feta cheese
- a few sprigs Persian basil/Thai basil or mint(optional)
- 1 teaspoon nigella seeds
Instructions
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Step 1
1. Soak walnuts in hot water for five minutes in a bowl. Rinse and cover with cold water and a pinch of salt. Let stand for a few minutes (it can soak for as long as half a day and will get even better with longer soaking). Rinse and drain.
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Step 2
2. Cut your watermelon into cubes or use a spoon to scoop out the red flesh and put in a bowl.
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Step 3
3. Cube or crumble the cheese over the watermelon. Add the walnut pieces and garnish with Persian basil or mint leaves.
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Step 4
4. Put your nigella seeds in a small pan and toast briefly on medium heat until fragrant. Sprinkle on the salad and enjoy!