Spicy Savory Sweet Honeydew Melon
Elevate your summer snacking game with this Spicy Savory Sweet Honeydew Melon recipe, a refreshing fusion of contrasting flavors designed to tantalize your taste buds. Juicy honeydew melon balls are tossed in a zesty dressing made with lime juice, honey, chili powder, and smoked paprika, striking the perfect balance between sweet, savory, and spicy. A touch of olive oil and a sprinkle of sea salt enhance the natural sweetness of the melon, while chopped fresh mint leaves and a dash of crushed red pepper flakes add a burst of freshness and a fiery kick. Ready in just 15 minutes with no cooking required, this delightful dish is the ultimate chilled appetizer or light snack for summer gatherings. Ideal for those craving a unique fruit salad with bold flavor, this recipe pairs beautifully with grilled meats or a crisp glass of wine for a sophisticated yet simple treat.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 large Honeydew melon
- 2 tablespoons Lime juice
- 1 tablespoon Honey
- 1 teaspoon Chili powder
- 0.5 teaspoon Smoked paprika
- 0.5 teaspoon Sea salt
- 2 tablespoons Fresh mint leaves
- 0.25 teaspoon Crushed red pepper flakes
- 1 teaspoon Olive oil
Instructions
Cut the honeydew melon in half and scoop out the seeds.
Using a melon baller or a sharp knife, cut the honeydew melon into bite-sized balls or cubes. Transfer them to a large bowl.
In a small mixing bowl, combine the lime juice, honey, chili powder, smoked paprika, sea salt, and olive oil. Whisk until thoroughly combined to form the dressing.
Pour the dressing over the honeydew melon pieces, tossing gently to coat evenly.
Finely chop the fresh mint leaves and sprinkle them over the melon.
Add a final touch of crushed red pepper flakes for an extra hint of spice.
Serve immediately as a chilled appetizer or store in the refrigerator until ready to serve.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
872 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 16.3 g | 21% | |
| Saturated Fat | 2.2 g | 11% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1537 mg | 67% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 188.4 g | 69% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 16.2 g | 58% | |
| Total Sugars | 160.9 g | ||
| Protein | 10.9 g | 22% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 134 mg | 10% | |
| Iron | 4.2 mg | 23% | |
| Potassium | 4239 mg | 90% | |
*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.
