Easy Summer Cantaloupe
Cool down on a hot day with this "Easy Summer Cantaloupe" recipe—a refreshingly simple dish that's bursting with vibrant flavors. Perfectly ripe cantaloupe is diced into juicy, bite-sized cubes and tossed in a zesty blend of fresh lime juice and honey, creating a sweet-tangy glaze. A sprinkle of finely chopped mint leaves adds a burst of herbal freshness, while a hint of sea salt balances the sweetness for a truly elevated taste. Ready in just 15 minutes and needing no cooking, this chilled cantaloupe salad is the ideal summer side dish or light dessert. Serve it at picnics, backyard barbecues, or enjoy it as a guilt-free fruity treat. Simple, quick, and packed with summer vibes, this recipe will be your go-to for effortless seasonal indulgence!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 whole ripe cantaloupe
- 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 6 leaves fresh mint leaves
- 0.25 teaspoons sea salt
Instructions
Slice the cantaloupe in half and scoop out the seeds with a spoon.
Cut the cantaloupe into wedges and carefully remove the rind. Then, dice the flesh into bite-sized cubes and place them in a large mixing bowl.
In a small bowl, whisk together the fresh lime juice and honey until the honey completely dissolves.
Pour the lime-honey mixture over the diced cantaloupe and gently toss to coat evenly.
Finely chop the fresh mint leaves and sprinkle them over the cantaloupe.
Add the sea salt and give the mixture one final, light toss to combine all the flavors.
Chill the prepared cantaloupe in the refrigerator for at least 15 minutes to enhance its refreshing flavor.
Serve cold as a light side dish or dessert, garnished with extra mint leaves if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
580 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 2.9 g | 4% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.9 g | 4% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 827 mg | 36% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 142.1 g | 52% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 13.5 g | 48% | |
| Total Sugars | 130.4 g | ||
| Protein | 12.6 g | 25% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 148 mg | 11% | |
| Iron | 4.3 mg | 24% | |
| Potassium | 4064 mg | 86% | |
*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.
