Recipe for a raw tomato and watermelon layered dish

What’s not to love about raw dishes– they’re filled with health benefits, fresh flavors and beautiful colors that would make anyone’s mouth water! Check out this gorgeous and refreshing Tomato and Watermelon Layered Dish from Easy, Affordable Raw – perfect for BBQs or for when you need something quick.
Tomato and watermelon are perfect partners in this easy and refreshing dish that is ideal for a hot summer day. Best of all, it only takes minutes to prepare.

• ¼ cup (60 ml) olive oil
• ¼ cup (60 ml) agave
• ¼ cup (60 ml) balsamic vinegar
• ½ teaspoon salt
• ½ teaspoon black pepper
• 1 teaspoon minced fresh garlic
• 2 cups (300 g) thinly sliced watermelon, rinds removed
• 2 cups (360 g) thinly sliced tomatoes
• ½ cup (75 g) sliced green bell pepper
• ½ cup (50 g) sliced scallions

1. In a bowl, whisk together the oil, agave, vinegar, salt, black pepper, and garlic.
2. Assemble the watermelon, tomatoes, bell pepper, and scallions in layers, much like putting together a dish of lasagna.
3. Lay down the first layer of watermelon.
4. Then add a layer of tomato, then a layer of bell pepper and onion. Spoon some of the dressing onto each layer.
5. Continue making layers until the ingredients have been used up.
6. This dish is best fresh, but any leftovers can be stored in the refrigerator for a day or two.

Yield: 2 ServIngs

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