Melon with Sweet Lime Dressing
Brighten up your day with this refreshing "Melon with Sweet Lime Dressing" recipe—an irresistibly light and nutritious fruit salad bursting with tropical flavors. Featuring sweet cantaloupe and honeydew melon cubes (or decorative melon balls), this dish is elevated with a zesty lime dressing made with fresh lime juice, honey, lime zest, and a touch of chopped mint. A pinch of salt balances the sweetness, while the cooling mint adds a delightful herbal note. Perfect for summer gatherings, brunch spreads, or as a chilled snack, this no-cook recipe comes together in just 20 minutes and delivers a vibrant, citrus-infused twist to classic fruit salads. Garnish with extra mint and lime zest for a visually stunning presentation that tastes as amazing as it looks!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 whole Cantaloupe melon
- 1 whole Honeydew melon
- 3 tablespoons Fresh lime juice
- 2 tablespoons Honey
- 2 tablespoons Fresh mint leaves
- 1 teaspoon Lime zest
- 1 pinch Salt
Instructions
Cut the cantaloupe and honeydew melons in half and scoop out the seeds using a spoon.
Remove the rinds from both melons and cut the flesh into bite-sized cubes or use a melon baller to create round melon balls for a more decorative presentation.
Place the melon pieces in a large serving bowl and set aside.
In a small mixing bowl, whisk together fresh lime juice, honey, lime zest, and a pinch of salt until well combined.
Finely chop the fresh mint leaves and stir them into the dressing, reserving a few whole leaves for garnish if desired.
Pour the lime dressing over the melon pieces and gently toss to coat all the fruit evenly with the dressing.
Refrigerate for at least 10 minutes to allow the flavors to meld and the salad to chill.
Before serving, garnish with the reserved mint leaves and an additional sprinkle of lime zest, if desired.
Serve chilled and enjoy this refreshing, vibrant dish!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1300 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 4.9 g | 6% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.9 g | 4% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 703 mg | 31% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 324.1 g | 118% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 28.1 g | 100% | |
| Total Sugars | 290.3 g | ||
| Protein | 23.0 g | 46% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 271 mg | 21% | |
| Iron | 7.6 mg | 42% | |
| Potassium | 8636 mg | 184% | |
*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.
