Minted Cucumber and Honeydew Melon Salad
Refreshing, vibrant, and irresistibly light, this Minted Cucumber and Honeydew Melon Salad is the ultimate showcase of summer’s freshest flavors. Crisp English cucumber pairs harmoniously with the sweet juiciness of honeydew melon, while a generous chiffonade of fresh mint adds a cooling herbal kick. The zesty lime dressing, sweetened with just a touch of honey and enriched by extra virgin olive oil, ties everything together with a bright and tangy flair. Ready in just 15 minutes and perfect as a side dish or a palate-cleansing appetizer, this no-cook salad is ideal for backyard barbecues, picnics, or as an elegant addition to your weekly meal prep. Whether you're seeking healthy recipes, summer salad ideas, or mint-infused dishes, this quick and easy recipe is sure to delight your taste buds.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 large English cucumber
- 1 medium Honeydew melon
- 20 leaves Fresh mint leaves
- 1 large Lime
- 2 tablespoons Extra virgin olive oil
- 1 teaspoon Honey
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoons Black pepper
Instructions
Wash the cucumber and honeydew melon thoroughly.
Using a vegetable peeler, partially peel the cucumber, leaving alternating strips of skin for added texture. Slice the cucumber into thin rounds or half-moons if it's particularly large.
Cut the honeydew melon in half and scoop out the seeds. Use a melon baller to create small melon spheres or cut the flesh into bite-sized cubes.
Rinse the mint leaves under cold water and pat them dry. Stack the leaves, roll them tightly, and slice them into thin ribbons (a technique called chiffonade).
Zest the lime and then cut it in half to juice it. Reserve the juice and zest for the dressing.
In a small bowl, whisk together the lime juice, lime zest, olive oil, honey, salt, and black pepper to make the dressing.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the cucumber slices, honeydew melon pieces, and mint ribbons.
Drizzle the dressing over the salad and toss gently to coat evenly.
Taste and adjust seasoning with additional salt or pepper if needed.
Serve immediately or refrigerate for up to 1 hour before serving. Garnish with additional mint leaves if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
802 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 29.7 g | 38% | |
| Saturated Fat | 4.0 g | 20% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 2601 mg | 113% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 143.0 g | 52% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 15.4 g | 55% | |
| Total Sugars | 113.8 g | ||
| Protein | 10.4 g | 21% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 189 mg | 15% | |
| Iron | 4.6 mg | 26% | |
| Potassium | 3525 mg | 75% | |
*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.
