Minted Cucumber and Honeydew Melon Salad

Refreshing, vibrant, and irresistibly light, this Minted Cucumber and Honeydew Melon Salad is the ultimate showcase of summer’s freshest flavors. Crisp English cucumber pairs harmoniously with the sweet juiciness of honeydew melon, while a generous chiffonade of fresh mint adds a cooling herbal kick. The zesty lime dressing, sweetened with just a touch of honey and enriched by extra virgin olive oil, ties everything together with a bright and tangy flair. Ready in just 15 minutes and perfect as a side dish or a palate-cleansing appetizer, this no-cook salad is ideal for backyard barbecues, picnics, or as an elegant addition to your weekly meal prep. Whether you're seeking healthy recipes, summer salad ideas, or mint-infused dishes, this quick and easy recipe is sure to delight your taste buds.

Nutriscore Rating: 77/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:15 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 large English cucumber
• 1 medium Honeydew melon
• 20 leaves Fresh mint leaves
• 1 large Lime
• 2 tablespoons Extra virgin olive oil
• 1 teaspoon Honey
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoons Black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Wash the cucumber and honeydew melon thoroughly.

Step 2

Using a vegetable peeler, partially peel the cucumber, leaving alternating strips of skin for added texture. Slice the cucumber into thin rounds or half-moons if it's particularly large.

Step 3

Cut the honeydew melon in half and scoop out the seeds. Use a melon baller to create small melon spheres or cut the flesh into bite-sized cubes.

Step 4

Rinse the mint leaves under cold water and pat them dry. Stack the leaves, roll them tightly, and slice them into thin ribbons (a technique called chiffonade).

Step 5

Zest the lime and then cut it in half to juice it. Reserve the juice and zest for the dressing.

Step 6

In a small bowl, whisk together the lime juice, lime zest, olive oil, honey, salt, and black pepper to make the dressing.

Step 7

In a large mixing bowl, combine the cucumber slices, honeydew melon pieces, and mint ribbons.

Step 8

Drizzle the dressing over the salad and toss gently to coat evenly.

Step 9

Taste and adjust seasoning with additional salt or pepper if needed.

Step 10

Serve immediately or refrigerate for up to 1 hour before serving. Garnish with additional mint leaves if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1714.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	801.9

Total Fat 29.7g	0%
Saturated Fat 4.0g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.0g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 2600.8mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 143.0g	0%
Dietary Fiber 15.4g	0%
Total Sugars 113.8g
Protein 10.4g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 189.1mg	0%
Iron 4.6mg	0%
Potassium 3524.9mg	0%

*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.

Source of Calories

Fat: 30.3%

Protein: 4.7%

Carbs: 64.9%