Nut-Free Fresh Melon Balls Salad
Brighten your table with this Nut-Free Fresh Melon Balls Salad—a refreshing mix of sweet watermelon, cantaloupe, and honeydew melon perfectly shaped into vibrant, bite-sized spheres. This easy-to-make dish is dressed with a zesty lime and honey mixture, complemented by aromatic fresh mint, creating the ultimate summer salad for a hot day. With no nuts to worry about, it’s an allergy-friendly option that’s ideal for picnics, potlucks, or healthy snacking. Ready in just 30 minutes, this chilled fruit salad bursts with flavor and serves as a stunning centerpiece for any gathering. Perfect keywords: melon balls salad, nut-free recipe, refreshing fruit salad, summer recipes, lime honey dressing.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 0.5 medium Watermelon
- 1 medium Cantaloupe
- 1 medium Honeydew melon
- 0.5 cup Fresh mint leaves
- 2 medium Lime
- 2 tablespoons Honey
- 0.25 teaspoons Salt
Instructions
Start by cutting each melon in half and removing the seeds. Use a melon baller to scoop out ball shapes from the watermelon, cantaloupe, and honeydew melon. Aim for uniform-sized balls for a nice presentation.
Transfer all the melon balls into a large mixing bowl.
Finely chop the fresh mint leaves. Add the chopped mint to the bowl with the melon balls.
In a small bowl, zest and juice the limes. Combine the lime juice and zest with honey and salt. Whisk together until the honey and salt are well dissolved.
Pour the lime and honey dressing over the melon and mint mixture. Gently toss everything together until the melon balls are evenly coated with the dressing.
Chill the salad in the refrigerator for at least 15 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
Before serving, give the salad one last gentle toss. Transfer to a serving platter or individual bowls. Serve cold and enjoy the refreshing taste.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2115 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 9.2 g | 12% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.5 g | 2% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.9 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1187 mg | 52% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 520.6 g | 189% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 45.4 g | 162% | |
| Total Sugars | 433.3 g | ||
| Protein | 42.9 g | 86% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 814 mg | 63% | |
| Iron | 27.1 mg | 151% | |
| Potassium | 9258 mg | 197% | |
*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.
