Best 7 Honeydew Cucumber Summer Salad Recipes

In the heart of summer, when the days are long and the sun is high, there's no better way to celebrate the bounty of the season than with a refreshing and flavorful salad. Honeydew cucumber summer salad is a delightful dish that combines the sweet crispness of honeydew melon, the cool crunch of cucumber, and the tangy brightness of a simple vinaigrette dressing. Whether you're looking for a light and healthy lunch, a refreshing side dish for a backyard barbecue, or a simple yet elegant appetizer, this salad is sure to please.

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HONEYDEW AND CUCUMBER SALAD

Honeydew and Cucumber Salad image

Refreshing flavors and textures make this salad a delight!

Provided by EDYTHE

Categories Salad Vegetable Salad Recipes Cucumber Salad Recipes

Time 1h15m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 5

Ingredients

3 large cucumbers - peeled, seeded, and cut into 1-inch pieces
1 honeydew melon - peeled, seeded and cut into 1 1/2 inch chunks
½ cup vegetable oil
½ cup lemon juice
¼ cup white sugar

Steps:

Place the cucumber and honeydew melon chunks into a large bowl. Whisk together the vegetable oil, lemon juice, and sugar in a small bowl until well blended. Pour dressing over the cucumber and melon; mix well. Allow to rest for 1 hour before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 147.9 calories, Carbohydrate 17.3 g, Fat 9.3 g, Fiber 1.2 g, Protein 1.1 g, SaturatedFat 1.5 g, Sodium 20.7 mg, Sugar 14.2 g

HONEYDEW SALAD WITH GINGER DRESSING AND PEANUTS

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This all-green salad gets a spicy kick from serrano, ginger, and just a hint of fish sauce. It's just the side your barbecue ribs are looking for.

Provided by Anna Stockwell

Categories Bon Appétit Summer Salad Melon Honeydew Ginger Cucumber Avocado Peanut Wheat/Gluten-Free Mint

Yield 4-6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 11

Ingredients

6 Tbsp. white wine vinegar
1 tsp. fish sauce
1 tsp. finely grated peeled ginger (from one 1" piece)
1 tsp. light brown sugar
1 serrano chile, thinly sliced
1/2 medium honeydew melon (about 2 lb.), seeds and rind removed, flesh cut into wedges, wedges halved crosswise
3 small Persian cucumbers, sliced on a diagonal 1/4" thick
1 avocado, peeled, thinly sliced
1/4 cup mint leaves
1/4 cup salted, dry-roasted peanuts, coarsely chopped
Flaky sea salt

Steps:

Whisk vinegar, fish sauce, ginger, and brown sugar in a large bowl to combine. Add chile and let sit 10 minutes.
Add melon, cucumbers, and avocado and toss to coat. Transfer to a platter; top with mint and peanuts and sprinkle with salt.

HONEYDEW SALAD WITH LIME DRESSING

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Green is my favorite color, and this refreshing salad with grapes, cucumber and kiwi is green to the max. If you want more, add green apples and pears. -Melissa McCabe, Long Beach, California

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Lunch

Time 20m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 7

Ingredients

1/4 cup lime juice
1/4 cup honey
1 tablespoon minced fresh mint leaves
4 cups cubed honeydew melon (about 1 small)
2 cups green grapes
4 medium kiwifruit, peeled, halved lengthwise and sliced
1 medium cucumber, halved lengthwise and sliced

Steps:

For dressing, in a small bowl, whisk lime juice, honey and mint until blended. Place fruit and cucumber in a large bowl; add dressing and toss to coat. Refrigerate until serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 120 calories, Fat 0 fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 22mg sodium, Carbohydrate 31g carbohydrate (26g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 1g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

STRAWBERRY, CUCUMBER & HONEYDEW SALAD

Strawberry, Cucumber & Honeydew Salad image

Strawberries and cucumbers together-I just love this combination! We used to eat a lot of cucumbers growing up in upstate New York. We'd get them, along with strawberries and melons, from fruit and veggie stands to make this sweet and tangy salad. -Melissa Mccabe, Long Beach, California

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Lunch Side Dishes

Time 20m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 6

Ingredients

1 container (16 ounces) fresh strawberries, halved
1 English cucumber, halved lengthwise and cut into 1/4-inch slices
1 cup cubed honeydew melon (1/2-inch pieces)
3 tablespoons honey
2 tablespoons lime juice
1 teaspoon grated lime zest

Steps:

In a large bowl, combine strawberries, cucumber and honeydew. Chill until serving., In a small bowl, whisk the remaining ingredients. Just before serving, drizzle over strawberry mixture; toss gently to coat.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 56 calories, Fat 0 fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 6mg sodium, Carbohydrate 15g carbohydrate (12g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 1g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

HONEYDEW CUCUMBER SUMMER SALAD

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For summer BBQs, this is a great side dish. I have rave reviews each time I serve it. This is a recipe where you can substitute ingredients to what you have in your kitchen - have fun!

Provided by Karen Blake

Categories Salad Vegetable Salad Recipes Cucumber Salad Recipes

Time 2h20m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 8

Ingredients

1 honeydew melon - peeled, seeded, and cut into bite-sized pieces
1 large cucumber, peeled and cut into bite-sized pieces
½ cup diced red onion
½ cup sliced almonds
1 (4 ounce) container crumbled feta cheese
⅓ cup heavy whipping cream
2 tablespoons olive oil
2 tablespoons poppy seeds

Steps:

Mix honeydew melon, cucumber, red onion, almonds, and feta cheese together in a bowl.
Beat cream, olive oil, and poppy seeds in a bowl using an electric mixer until thickened. Stir dressing into salad; refrigerate until flavors blend, 2 hours to overnight.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 214 calories, Carbohydrate 18.9 g, Cholesterol 26.2 mg, Fat 14.3 g, Fiber 2.5 g, Protein 5 g, SaturatedFat 5.3 g, Sodium 191.8 mg, Sugar 14.4 g

MINTED CUCUMBER AND HONEYDEW MELON SALAD

Minted Cucumber and Honeydew Melon Salad image

Ok, this may sound a bit different, but this is REALLY good. Light and healthy. A simple dressing and a wonderful summer dish. Great for picnics as it can easily be served chilled which is best, or room temp which makes it perfect for picnics.

Provided by SarasotaCook

Categories Melons

Time 20m

Yield 4 Salad Servings, 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

Ingredients

2 seedless cucumber (peeled & sliced in 1/4-inch rounds and then halved)
2 cups honeydew melon (cut in bite size cubes)
2 tablespoons red onions, minced fine
2 tablespoons of fresh mint, fine chopped
2 tablespoons key lime juice (regular lime juice can be substituted)
1/2 teaspoon honey
salt
pepper

Steps:

Salad -- In a large bowl, add the mint, red onion, lime juice, honey, cucumber and honeydew melon and toss well. The liquid from both the melon and cucumber will be enough to combine with the simple dressing. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Chill at least 15 minutes.
Serve -- Just ENJOY! A light refreshing salad.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 62.3, Fat 0.3, SaturatedFat 0.1, Sodium 20.1, Carbohydrate 15.6, Fiber 1.8, Sugar 10.8, Protein 1.6

HONEYDEW AND CUCUMBER SALAD WITH SESAME

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Categories Salad Ginger Vegetarian Honeydew Cucumber Summer Gourmet

Yield Serves 4 to 6

Number Of Ingredients 11

Ingredients

1 tablespoon plus 2 teaspoons rice-wine vinegar
1 tablespoon minced peeled fresh gingerroot
2 teaspoons tamari or soy sauce
1 1/2 teaspoons sugar
1 teaspoon Asian (toasted) sesame oil, or to taste
1/4 teaspoon dried hot red pepper flakes, or to taste
1/4 cup vegetables oil
1 seedless cucumber, halved lengthwise and slice thin (about 2 cups)
2 cups 1-inch cubes of honeydew melon
2 scallions, minced
1 tablespoon sesame seeds, toasted lightly and cooled

Steps:

In a bowl whisk together the vinegar, the gingerroot, the tamari or soy sauce, the sugar, the sesame oil, the red pepper flakes, and the vegetable oil until the dressing is combined well. Add the cucumber, the melon, and the scallions, toss the salad until it is combined well, and sprinkle it with the sesame seeds.

Tips:

Use ripe and firm honeydew melon and cucumber for the best flavor and texture.
If you don't have fresh mint, you can use basil or cilantro instead.
Add a pinch of cayenne pepper for a little bit of heat.
Serve the salad immediately or chill it for later.

Conclusion:

This honeydew cucumber summer salad is a refreshing and flavorful dish that is perfect for a hot summer day. It is easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste preferences. So next time you are looking for a light and healthy salad, give this one a try!