Cantaloupe and Watermelon Salad
Bright, refreshing, and perfect for warm weather, this Cantaloupe and Watermelon Salad is a summer showstopper packed with vibrant flavors and minimal effort. Featuring juicy cantaloupe and watermelon scooped into bite-sized balls, it’s perfectly balanced with the zesty zing of lime, the natural sweetness of honey, and a hint of fresh mint. A pinch of salt enhances the flavors, while a quick lime-honey dressing ties the dish together for a fresh, citrusy finish. Ready in just 15 minutes with no cooking required, this fruit salad is a versatile option for picnics, barbecues, or even a light dessert. Serve it chilled for the ultimate crowd-pleasing treat.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 medium cantaloupe
- 1 small watermelon
- 10 leaves fresh mint leaves
- 1 whole lime
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 1 pinch salt
Instructions
Cut the cantaloupe in half and scoop out the seeds. Use a melon baller or a spoon to scoop the flesh into bite-sized balls and place them in a large mixing bowl.
Cut the watermelon in half and scoop the flesh into bite-sized balls using a melon baller or spoon. Add the watermelon balls to the mixing bowl with the cantaloupe.
Finely chop the fresh mint leaves and sprinkle them over the melon balls.
Zest the lime and set aside the zest. Juice the lime and combine the juice with the honey and a pinch of salt in a small bowl. Whisk until well combined to create a dressing.
Drizzle the lime-honey dressing over the melon balls and gently toss to coat evenly.
Sprinkle the lime zest over the salad for an extra burst of citrus flavor.
Transfer the melon salad to a serving platter or individual bowls and serve immediately, or chill in the refrigerator for up to 2 hours before serving.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
603 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 2.6 g | 3% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.5 g | 2% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.8 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 448 mg | 19% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 140.7 g | 51% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 12.1 g | 43% | |
| Total Sugars | 125.2 g | ||
| Protein | 11.7 g | 23% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 158 mg | 12% | |
| Iron | 5.9 mg | 33% | |
| Potassium | 2184 mg | 46% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
