Melon and Raspberries with Raspberry Vinaigrette
Brighten up your summer table with this refreshing and vibrant Melon and Raspberries with Raspberry Vinaigrette. This eye-catching fruit salad combines the juicy sweetness of cantaloupe and honeydew melon with the tart burst of fresh raspberries, all topped with a tangy homemade raspberry vinaigrette. Hints of fresh mint elevate the dish, adding a crisp, aromatic touch that perfectly complements the medley of flavors. The quick-to-make vinaigrette, crafted from raspberry preserves, red wine vinegar, and a drizzle of olive oil, ties the dish together with its irresistible balance of sweet and tangy. Ready in just 20 minutes with no cooking required, this hydrating and healthy salad is a perfect side dish for warm-weather picnics, brunches, or light dinners. Serve chilled for a cool, refreshing treat that’s as delicious as it is visually stunning.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 medium Cantaloupe
- 1 medium Honeydew melon
- 1.5 cups Fresh raspberries
- 2 tablespoons Fresh mint leaves
- 3 tablespoons Raspberry preserves
- 2 tablespoons Red wine vinegar
- 3 tablespoons Olive oil
- 0.25 teaspoons Salt
- 0.125 teaspoons Black pepper
Instructions
Cut the cantaloupe and honeydew melon in half, remove the seeds, and peel the outer skin.
Dice both melons into bite-sized cubes and transfer them into a large serving bowl.
Add the fresh raspberries to the bowl with the melon cubes.
Chop the mint leaves finely and sprinkle them over the fruit mixture.
In a small bowl, whisk together the raspberry preserves, red wine vinegar, olive oil, salt, and black pepper until well combined and smooth.
Pour the raspberry vinaigrette over the melon and raspberry mixture, gently tossing to coat the fruit evenly.
Refrigerate the salad for 10-15 minutes to chill and allow the flavors to meld.
Serve cold, garnished with extra mint leaves if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
202 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 7.4 g | 10% | |
| Saturated Fat | 1.0 g | 5% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 125 mg | 5% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 33.8 g | 12% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 6.8 g | 24% | |
| Total Sugars | 27.0 g | ||
| Protein | 2.7 g | 5% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 39 mg | 3% | |
| Iron | 1.0 mg | 6% | |
| Potassium | 767 mg | 16% | |
*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.
