Heart-Healthy Fresh Melon Balls Salad
Brighten your day with this Heart-Healthy Fresh Melon Balls Salad, a refreshing and guilt-free summer delight packed with vibrant colors and soothing flavors. Crafted with juicy watermelon, sweet cantaloupe, and crisp honeydew melon, this salad brings a trio of hydrating and nutrient-rich fruits to the table. A touch of fresh mint and a zesty burst of lime take the flavor to the next level, while chia seeds add fiber and Omega-3s for a cardioprotective boost. Lightly sweetened with honey—or agave for a vegan twist—this no-cook recipe is ready in just 20 minutes, making it the perfect side dish or light dessert for any occasion. Serve chilled for an extra-refreshing treat, and enjoy a simple yet elegant way to support your heart health.
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Ingredients
- 2 cups Watermelon
- 2 cups Cantaloupe
- 2 cups Honeydew melon
- 2 tablespoons Fresh mint leaves
- 1 whole Lime
- 1 tablespoon Chia seeds
- 1 tablespoon Honey
Directions
Step 1
Begin by using a melon baller to scoop out 2 cups each of watermelon, cantaloupe, and honeydew melon. If you don't have a melon baller, cut the melon into bite-sized cubes.
Step 2
Place all the melon balls into a large mixing bowl and gently stir to combine.
Step 3
Finely chop 2 tablespoons of fresh mint leaves and add them to the melon mixture.
Step 4
Zest the lime using a small grater and add the zest to the bowl. Then, cut the lime in half and squeeze its juice over the melon salad for an extra burst of freshness.
Step 5
Sprinkle 1 tablespoon of chia seeds over the salad for added fiber and Omega-3 fatty acids, enhancing the salad's heart-healthy profile.
Step 6
Drizzle 1 tablespoon of honey over the salad to balance the flavors. If vegan, substitute honey with agave syrup.
Step 7
Gently toss all ingredients together to ensure an even distribution of flavors.
Step 8
Transfer the salad to a serving dish or individual bowls. Garnish with a few additional mint leaves for a nice presentation.
Step 9
Serve immediately or chill in the refrigerator for up to 1 hour before serving to allow the flavors to meld.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (1187.2g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 516.0 |
| Total Fat 4.8g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 0.5g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g | |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 186.6mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 120.0g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 13.0g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 99.2g | |
| Protein 9.4g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 173.7mg | 0% |
| Iron 4.3mg | 0% |
| Potassium 2043.8mg | 0% |
Source of Calories