Mediterranean Diet Fresh Melon Balls Salad
Elevate your summertime menu with this vibrant Mediterranean Diet Fresh Melon Balls Salad, a refreshing fusion of juicy cantaloupe, honeydew, and watermelon scooped into playful spheres. Enhanced with the aromatic notes of fresh mint and crumbles of creamy feta cheese, this salad is a celebration of sweet and savory contrasts. A zesty lemon-honey dressing infused with extra virgin olive oil ties the flavors together, offering a light yet indulgent finishing touch. Perfect for hot-weather gatherings or as a healthy side dish, this no-cook recipe is ready in just 20 minutes and best served chilled for maximum flavor. Rich in hydrating fruits and fresh Mediterranean-inspired ingredients, this stunning salad is the epitome of wholesome and delicious eating.
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Ingredients
- 1 whole Cantaloupe
- 1 whole Honeydew
- 1 small whole Watermelon
- 10 leaves Fresh Mint Leaves
- 100 grams Feta Cheese
- 1 whole Lemon
- 2 tablespoons Honey
- 2 tablespoons Extra Virgin Olive Oil
- 0.25 teaspoons Salt
- 0.25 teaspoons Black Pepper
Directions
Step 1
Use a melon baller to scoop out balls from the cantaloupe, honeydew, and watermelon. Make approximately equal amounts from each melon. If a melon baller is not available, cut the melon into uniform cubes.
Step 2
In a large mixing bowl, combine all the melon balls.
Step 3
Chop the mint leaves into fine strips and add them to the bowl with the melon.
Step 4
Crumble the feta cheese over the melon and mint mixture.
Step 5
In a small bowl, zest the lemon and squeeze its juice. Add honey, olive oil, salt, and black pepper to the lemon juice and whisk together until emulsified.
Step 6
Pour the dressing over the melon ball salad and gently toss to combine all the ingredients well.
Step 7
Cover the salad and refrigerate for at least 15 minutes before serving to allow flavors to meld.
Step 8
Serve the chilled salad in individual bowls or on a serving platter.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (2967.1g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 1631.2 |
| Total Fat 53.9g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 18.3g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 2.2g | |
| Cholesterol 89mg | 0% |
| Sodium 2270.2mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 277.0g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 22.2g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 246.7g | |
| Protein 33.1g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 16IU | 0% |
| Calcium 724.0mg | 0% |
| Iron 9.0mg | 0% |
| Potassium 5194.5mg | 0% |
Source of Calories