Name: Green Tomato and Honeydew Melon Salad
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 30 min
Yield: Makes 4 (first course or side dish) servings
Ingredients: 1 teaspoon ground cumin; 2 tablespoons raw green (hulled) pumpkin seeds (pepitas); 2 tablespoons plus 1/4 teaspoon extra-virgin olive oil, divided; 1 tablespoon distilled white vinegar; 2 teaspoon finely chopped seeded fresh jalapeño; 1 1/2 pounds mixed green tomatoes (not unripe), cut into 3/4-inch wedges; 1/2 honeydew melon, cut into 3/4-inch pieces; 1/4 cup packed cilantro leaves

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A stylish symphony in green, this dish has a heady bouquet to match. The tart tomatoes and sweet melon are the stars, but the supporting players—hot jalapeño, earthy pumpkin seeds, and pungent cilantro—add plenty of intrigue.

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