Healthy Honeydew Cantaloupe Salad with Honey Lime Mint Dressing
A refreshing summer melon salad with honeydew, cantaloupe, fresh mint and a simple honey lime dressing. Perfect for cookouts, beach days and summer entertaining.
Equipment
- 1 Large Mixing Bowl
- 1 Large Spoon
- 1 Whisk
Ingredients
For the Salad:
- 1 whole honeydew melon ripe, cubed
- 1 whole cantaloupe melon ripe, cubed
- 1/4 cup fresh mint leaves plus more for topping
For the Dressing:
- 3 tbsp wildflower honey regular works fine too
- 3 tbsp fresh lime juice
- 1 tsp lime zest
- 6-8 fresh mint leaves muddled
- 1 pinch salt (optional)
Instructions
Make the Dressing
- In a small bowl combine honey, lime juice, lime zest and a pinch of salt. Muddle fresh mint leaves and add to the dressing. Whisk together and set aside for 5 minutes to infuse.
Prepare the Melon
- Cut honeydew and cantaloupe in half, scoop out seeds and cube into generous bite-sized pieces. Reserve any extra juice from the cutting board for the dressing.
Combine
- Add cubed melon to a large bowl or serving dish. Pour dressing over the top and toss gently to coat. Add reserved melon juice if using.
- Scatter fresh mint leaves generously over the top and drizzle with a little extra honey if desired.
Serve or Store
- Serve immediately or refrigerate for up to one hour before serving.
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Notes
For the best flavor use fully ripe melons — leave them on the counter for a few days until fragrant and slightly soft at the stem end. Don't skip the lime zest — it's what gives the dressing that bright, punchy lime flavor. Add a pinch of tajin or chili flakes over the top for a sweet and spicy twist.