Juicy Summer Bliss Melon Salad (Printable version)
Refreshing summer fruit blend with creamy cheese and zesty lime dressing.
# List of ingredients:
→ Fruits
01 - 1 cup cubed watermelon
02 - 1 cup cubed ripe cantaloupe
03 - 1 cup cubed honeydew melon
04 - 1 cup halved strawberries
05 - 1 cup seedless red or green grapes, halved
→ Cheese & Nuts
06 - 1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese
07 - 1/4 cup toasted pistachios or almonds, roughly chopped
→ Herbs & Dressing
08 - 2 tbsp fresh mint leaves, torn
09 - 2 tbsp fresh basil leaves, torn
10 - Zest of 1 lime
11 - 2 tbsp fresh lime juice
12 - 1 tbsp honey
13 - 1 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
14 - Pinch of sea salt
# Directions:
01 - Place watermelon, cantaloupe, honeydew, strawberries, and grapes in a large serving bowl.
02 - Whisk together lime zest, lime juice, honey, olive oil, and sea salt in a small bowl until emulsified.
03 - Drizzle the dressing over the fruit mixture and toss gently to coat evenly.
04 - Sprinkle feta cheese, nuts, mint, and basil over the salad. Toss lightly once more.
05 - Serve immediately while fresh and chilled for optimal texture and flavor.
# Expert Advice:
01 -
- The sweet and salty combination hits every craving at once
- It comes together in literally 15 minutes with zero cooking
- People will think you put way more effort into this than you actually did
02 -
- Do not add the dressing until right before serving or the fruit will release too much water
- Mix the fruit gently or you will end up with melon mush instead of distinct cubes
- The salad needs to stay cold so it is best made just before heading out the door
03 -
- Use a sharp knife and gentle pressure when cubing melons to keep them from getting crushed
- The salad tastes even better if the fruit has been chilling in the fridge for at least an hour