Whole30 Refreshing Melon Salad

Brighten up your summer table with this Whole30 Refreshing Melon Salad, a vibrant medley of cantaloupe, honeydew, watermelon, and crisp English cucumber tossed with fresh mint and zesty lime juice. This no-cook, 20-minute recipe is a perfect balance of sweet, tangy, and refreshing flavors, making it a standout choice for healthy eating or Whole30 meal plans. Drizzled with extra virgin olive oil and seasoned with sea salt and black pepper, this nutrient-packed salad is both light and satisfying, ideal as a side dish for barbecues or picnics. Serve it immediately for a fresh-from-the-kitchen taste or refrigerate to let the flavors meld into a sensational summer delight.

Nutriscore Rating: 79/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:20 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 1 medium cantaloupe
• 1 medium honeydew melon
• 0.5 small watermelon
• 1 large English cucumber
• 0.5 cup fresh mint leaves
• 1 large lime
• 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
• 0.5 teaspoon sea salt
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Start by preparing the melons: cut the cantaloupe, honeydew melon, and watermelon in half. Remove the seeds using a spoon, then proceed to slice off the rind carefully.

Step 2

Cut the melons into 1-inch cubes and place them in a large salad bowl.

Step 3

Wash the English cucumber thoroughly. If desired, peel the cucumber for a less bitter taste. Slice it into thin rounds or half-moons depending on your preference, and add them to the bowl with the melon.

Step 4

Wash and roughly chop the fresh mint leaves. Sprinkle them over the melon and cucumber mixture.

Step 5

Roll the lime on the countertop under the palm of your hand to release its juices. Cut the lime in half and squeeze the juice over the salad.

Step 6

Drizzle the extra virgin olive oil over the top of the mixture. Add the sea salt and black pepper to season.

Step 7

Gently toss all ingredients together until the melons and cucumbers are well coated in the lime juice and olive oil.

Step 8

Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary, with additional salt or pepper.

Step 9

Serve immediately or cover and refrigerate the salad for up to two hours before serving to allow the flavors to meld.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(3043.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1296.2

Total Fat 33.0g	0%
Saturated Fat 5.3g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.9g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 1717.2mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 251.6g	0%
Dietary Fiber 33.4g	0%
Total Sugars 206.5g
Protein 25.6g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 636.1mg	0%
Iron 19.2mg	0%
Potassium 6060.1mg	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: 21.1%

Protein: 7.3%

Carbs: 71.6%