Mediterranean Diet Refreshing Melon Salad
Experience the ultimate summer delight with this Mediterranean Diet Refreshing Melon Salad, a vibrant medley of juicy watermelon, cantaloupe, and honeydew melon paired with crisp English cucumber and creamy feta cheese. Elevated with a drizzle of tangy lemon-honey dressing and aromatic fresh mint, this salad is both nourishing and irresistible. Perfect as a cooling appetizer or a light side dish, this recipe is quick to prepare in just 20 minutes and showcases the best of Mediterranean flavors. Serve it chilled for a refreshing, wholesome dish that's bursting with sweetness, zesty undertones, and a hint of savory richness. Ideal for healthy eating enthusiasts, this melon salad is a must-try highlight of the Mediterranean diet.
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Ingredients
- 500 grams watermelon
- 500 grams cantaloupe
- 500 grams honeydew melon
- 1 medium English cucumber
- 100 grams feta cheese
- 10 grams fresh mint leaves
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon honey
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
Directions
Step 1
Begin by preparing the melons. Cut the watermelon, cantaloupe, and honeydew melon into bite-sized cubes. You will need approximately 500 grams of each type of melon.
Step 2
Peel the English cucumber, and slice it in half lengthwise. Use a spoon to scoop out the seeds, then slice the cucumber into thin half-moons.
Step 3
In a large mixing bowl, combine the cubed melons and sliced cucumber.
Step 4
Crumble the feta cheese into small pieces and add them to the salad mixture.
Step 5
Chop the fresh mint leaves finely and sprinkle them over the salad.
Step 6
In a separate small bowl, whisk together the extra virgin olive oil, lemon juice, honey, salt, and black pepper to create the dressing.
Step 7
Pour the dressing over the salad and gently toss to ensure all ingredients are well combined and coated with the dressing.
Step 8
Chill the salad in the refrigerator for at least 15 minutes before serving to enhance flavors.
Step 9
Serve the refreshing melon salad cold and enjoy it as a delightful appetizer or a light side dish.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (1980.6g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 1107.3 |
| Total Fat 51.8g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 17.6g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 1.0g | |
| Cholesterol 89mg | 0% |
| Sodium 2574.8mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 148.3g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 13.0g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 121.8g | |
| Protein 26.8g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 16IU | 0% |
| Calcium 684.5mg | 0% |
| Iron 6.5mg | 0% |
| Potassium 3092.8mg | 0% |
Source of Calories