Mediterranean Diet Fresh Melon Balls Salad
Brighten up your table with this refreshing and flavorful Mediterranean Diet Fresh Melon Balls Salad, a vibrant combination of sweet, juicy cantaloupe, honeydew, and watermelon perfectly complemented by the salty creaminess of feta cheese and the zesty freshness of mint. Drizzled with a tangy lemon-honey vinaigrette and a touch of extra virgin olive oil, this no-cook salad is a delightful balance of sweet and savory flavors with a sophisticated Mediterranean twist. Ready in just 20 minutes, this healthy, nutrient-packed dish is perfect as a light appetizer, a summertime side dish, or a standout addition to any picnic or potluck. Whether you’re following a Mediterranean diet or simply looking for a fresh fruit salad idea, this chilled treat will tantalize your taste buds and keep you coming back for more!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 whole Cantaloupe
- 1 whole Honeydew
- 1 small whole Watermelon
- 10 leaves Fresh Mint Leaves
- 100 grams Feta Cheese
- 1 whole Lemon
- 2 tablespoons Honey
- 2 tablespoons Extra Virgin Olive Oil
- 0.25 teaspoons Salt
- 0.25 teaspoons Black Pepper
Instructions
Use a melon baller to scoop out balls from the cantaloupe, honeydew, and watermelon. Make approximately equal amounts from each melon. If a melon baller is not available, cut the melon into uniform cubes.
In a large mixing bowl, combine all the melon balls.
Chop the mint leaves into fine strips and add them to the bowl with the melon.
Crumble the feta cheese over the melon and mint mixture.
In a small bowl, zest the lemon and squeeze its juice. Add honey, olive oil, salt, and black pepper to the lemon juice and whisk together until emulsified.
Pour the dressing over the melon ball salad and gently toss to combine all the ingredients well.
Cover the salad and refrigerate for at least 15 minutes before serving to allow flavors to meld.
Serve the chilled salad in individual bowls or on a serving platter.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1631 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 53.9 g | 69% | |
| Saturated Fat | 18.3 g | 92% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.2 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 89 mg | 30% | |
| Sodium | 2270 mg | 99% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 277.0 g | 101% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 22.2 g | 79% | |
| Total Sugars | 246.7 g | ||
| Protein | 33.1 g | 66% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.4 mcg | 2% | |
| Calcium | 724 mg | 56% | |
| Iron | 9.0 mg | 50% | |
| Potassium | 5194 mg | 111% | |
*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.
