Grilled Watermelon and Tomato Salad

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   Prepare a charcoal grill outdoors for direct grilling over high heat.

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   Or, indoors, place a grill pan over high heat until very hot.

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   Using a 3 1/2 inch cookie cutter, cut the watermelon flesh into four rounds.

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   Place on the grill grates or in grill pan, directly over the heat.

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   Grill on one side only, until grill-marked, and the melon emits a slightly smoky aroma, about 2 minutes.

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   Transfer rounds, grill-marked sides up, to a platter.

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   Place the tomato batons or wedges in a large bowl and toss gently with 2 tablespoons of the olive oil.

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   Season to taste with kosher salt, pepper, and lemon juice.

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   Place a watermelon round, grill-marked side up, in the center of each of four appetizer plates.

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    Top each with an equal portion of tomatoes.

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    Drizzle each salad with 1/2 tablespoon of remaining olive oil, and top each with 1 teaspoon balsamic vinegar.

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    Garnish with opal basil and green basil and a few grains of Maldon salt, and serve.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.