Shredded Carrot and Watermelon Salad

Ingredients

Amount	Ingredient
4 cups	shredded carrots
2 cups	seeded watermelon, diced small
1 1/3 cup	vinegar
1/3 cup	sugar
1 tablespoon	Italian seasoning
1/4 cup	olive oil
	salt and pepper to taste

Preparation

1. Whisk together the vinegar, sugar, Italian seasoning and olive oil. Salt and pepper to taste.
2. Place the carrots in a large bowl and pour the dressing over the carrots. Toss well and allow the carrots to marinate for an hour. Just before serving, toss the carrots again and mix in the watermelon. Serve immediately.

Yield

4 to 6 Servings

For Baby

Set aside an extra 1/4 cup sliced, soft Florida watermelon with rind and seeds removed. Puree with food grinder or mash with a fork - add cereal (if desired) to thicken the melon and to achieve a smooth, thin consistency.
*Melon does not need to be cooked, but can be steamed and mashed if you prefer.

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