Cucumber Melon Salad
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
10 mins
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Total Time
10 mins
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Servings
6
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Calories
80 kcal
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Cuisine
American, International
Cucumber Melon Salad
Description
This salad features bite-sized chunks of cantaloupe paired with finely sliced cucumbers and mint leaves, along with minced red onion for a sharp contrast. The salad is dressed simply with fresh lime juice and chile lime seasoning, which introduces a subtle heat and tang, making the flavors lively and well rounded.
The salad offers a refreshing mix of juicy melon and crisp cucumber textures, with cool mint adding an aromatic touch. The combination of sweet and tangy flavors creates a light, fresh taste, perfect as a side dish during warmer days or with grilled dishes for added brightness.
The dressing can be applied just before serving or the salad chilled to meld the flavors. Variations can be made by substituting the cantaloupe with other fruits like mango or honeydew to adjust the sweetness or color. Due to the high water content from the ingredients, it’s best to consume the salad within one day to maintain texture and freshness.
Ingredients
- 12 mint leaves
- 3 cucumber small English variety
- 2 lime
- ½ cantaloupe ripe
- ½ cup feta cheese
- ⅓ cup red onion
- 1 tbsp chile lime seasoning
Instructions
- First, slice the cantaloupe into small, bite-sized pieces. Slice the cantaloupe in half and de-seed with a spoon. Using a knife, remove the skin from the cantaloupe. Cut into vertical pieces. Then, dice perpendicularly into ~1 inch cubes.
- Dice your red onion very finely. You can also use a vegetable shaver to create more delicate onion flavor in your salad.
- Slice cucumbers and mint leaves finely.
- Combine all ingredients in a mixing bowl. Squeeze limes to coat the salad in lime juice. Then, sprinkle chile lime seasoning. Gently toss.
- Serve immediately or chill in the refrigerator to enjoy later.
Notes
- If cantaloupe is not preferred, mango, pineapple, apples, or honeydew can be used instead to vary flavor and texture.
- Store this salad in an airtight container and consume within one day to avoid sogginess caused by the release of juices from the high water-content ingredients.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 6Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 80 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 1 serving | |
| Calories | 80kcal | 4% |
| Carbohydrates | 15g | 5% |
| Protein | 4g | 8% |
| Fat | 2g | 3% |
| Saturated Fat | 1g | 5% |
| Cholesterol | 5mg | 2% |
| Sodium | 508mg | 21% |
| Potassium | 417mg | 9% |
| Fiber | 2g | 8% |
| Sugar | 9g | 18% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
5
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