Melon with Ginger
Refresh your palate with this vibrant and zesty Melon with Ginger recipe, a perfect no-cook dish brimming with summer flavors. Juicy cantaloupe and honeydew melon are shaped into bite-sized pieces and drizzled with a citrusy ginger-lime dressing, sweetened with a hint of honey for balance. Freshly grated ginger lends a warming, aromatic kick, while finely chopped mint leaves add a refreshing finish. With just 15 minutes of prep time and no cooking required, this melon salad is an easy, healthy option for brunches, BBQs, or a light dessert. Serve chilled to let the flavors shine—it's a cool, hydrating treat perfect for any warm day. Keywords: melon salad, ginger lime dressing, summer recipes, easy no-cook dish, refreshing fruit salad.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 whole cantaloupe
- 1 whole honeydew melon
- 2 teaspoons fresh ginger
- 2 tablespoons lime juice
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 2 tablespoons mint leaves
- 1 pinch salt
Instructions
Cut the cantaloupe and honeydew melon in half, remove the seeds, and scoop out the flesh into bite-sized balls using a melon baller or cut into cubes with a knife.
Peel and finely grate the fresh ginger using a microplane or fine grater.
In a small bowl, whisk together the grated ginger, lime juice, honey, and a pinch of salt to create the dressing.
Drizzle the dressing over the melon pieces and gently toss to coat evenly.
Chop mint leaves finely and sprinkle them over the melon salad for a fresh, aromatic touch.
Serve the melon with ginger in chilled bowls or plates. Optionally, garnish with additional mint leaves for presentation.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1116 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 4.0 g | 5% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.5 g | 2% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.8 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 768 mg | 33% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 268.2 g | 98% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 23.1 g | 82% | |
| Total Sugars | 239.5 g | ||
| Protein | 19.1 g | 38% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 246 mg | 19% | |
| Iron | 7.4 mg | 41% | |
| Potassium | 5831 mg | 124% | |
*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.
