Ingredients

1cupwatermelon rind,pickled

¼cupred onion,diced

1tbspfresh cilantro leaves

½tsplemon juice,freshly squeezed

2cupsyellow watermelon,diced

5cupsmedium cucumbers,(about 5 cucumbers) peeled, seeded, and chopped

¼small habanero chili

1tbspred wine vinegar

1tbspextra virgin olive oil

¾tspsea salt

freshly ground white pepper,to taste

Preparation

Combine all the ingredients in a small bowl, toss well, cover, and refrigerate until ready to use.

Place watermelon cubes in a blender and puree until smooth. Strain through a medium-mesh strainer to remove seeds, and return juice to blender.

Working in batches, add cucumber and puree until smooth. Add habanero, vinegar, oil, and salt; puree. Season with white pepper to taste.

Chill soup if desired. To serve, top each bowl with a spoonful of salsa. Enjoy!