Mediterranean Diet Refreshing Melon Salad
Elevate your summer dining experience with the Mediterranean Diet Refreshing Melon Salad, a vibrant combination of sweet, juicy melons and a savory twist. This healthy and hydrating recipe features a medley of watermelon, cantaloupe, and honeydew melon, complemented by crisp English cucumber and tangy crumbled feta cheese. Fresh mint leaves and a zesty dressing made with extra virgin olive oil, lemon juice, and a hint of honey create a harmonious balance of flavors. Perfectly chilled for optimal refreshment, this salad is an effortless yet impressive addition to any meal. Whether served as an appetizer or light side dish, it's a nutritious, crowd-pleasing option for those embracing Mediterranean diet principles.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 500 grams watermelon
- 500 grams cantaloupe
- 500 grams honeydew melon
- 1 medium English cucumber
- 100 grams feta cheese
- 10 grams fresh mint leaves
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon honey
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
Begin by preparing the melons. Cut the watermelon, cantaloupe, and honeydew melon into bite-sized cubes. You will need approximately 500 grams of each type of melon.
Peel the English cucumber, and slice it in half lengthwise. Use a spoon to scoop out the seeds, then slice the cucumber into thin half-moons.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the cubed melons and sliced cucumber.
Crumble the feta cheese into small pieces and add them to the salad mixture.
Chop the fresh mint leaves finely and sprinkle them over the salad.
In a separate small bowl, whisk together the extra virgin olive oil, lemon juice, honey, salt, and black pepper to create the dressing.
Pour the dressing over the salad and gently toss to ensure all ingredients are well combined and coated with the dressing.
Chill the salad in the refrigerator for at least 15 minutes before serving to enhance flavors.
Serve the refreshing melon salad cold and enjoy it as a delightful appetizer or a light side dish.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1107 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 51.8 g | 66% | |
| Saturated Fat | 17.6 g | 88% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 89 mg | 30% | |
| Sodium | 2575 mg | 112% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 148.3 g | 54% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 13.0 g | 46% | |
| Total Sugars | 121.8 g | ||
| Protein | 26.8 g | 54% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.4 mcg | 2% | |
| Calcium | 684 mg | 53% | |
| Iron | 6.5 mg | 36% | |
| Potassium | 3093 mg | 66% | |
*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.
