Best 9 Melon Turkey Salad Recipes

facebook share image   twitter share image   pinterest share image   E-Mail share image

"Melon turkey salad" is a delicious and refreshing salad that is perfect for a summer lunch or dinner. This salad is made with fresh melon, cooked turkey, and a variety of other ingredients, such as mayonnaise, celery, and nuts. It is a healthy and flavorful salad that is sure to please everyone at your table. If you are looking for a new and exciting way to enjoy melon, then you should definitely try making melon turkey salad. Read on for a mouthwatering variation of this classic salad!

Here are our top 9 tried and tested recipes!

TOMATO-MELON CHICKEN SALAD



Tomato-Melon Chicken Salad image

Nothing says summer like picking watermelon, tomatoes and raspberries, then tossing them together in a salad. The addition of grilled chicken makes it a satisfying yet still summery meal. -Betsy Hite, Wilton, California

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch     Side Dishes

Time 15m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 10

4 medium tomatoes, cut into wedges
2 cups cubed seedless watermelon
1 cup fresh raspberries
1/4 cup minced fresh basil
1/4 cup olive oil
2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
9 cups torn mixed salad greens
4 grilled chicken breasts (4 ounces each), sliced

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine the tomatoes, watermelon and raspberries. In a small bowl, whisk the basil, oil, vinegar, salt and pepper. Drizzle over tomato mixture; toss to coat. Divide salad greens among 6 serving plates; top with tomato mixture and chicken.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 266 calories, Fat 13g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 64mg cholesterol, Sodium 215mg sodium, Carbohydrate 15g carbohydrate (9g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 26g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

FRESH MELON FRUIT SALAD



Fresh Melon Fruit Salad image

This fresh and light melon salad is a great addition to any party.

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Side Dish

Time 1h15m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 6

2 tablespoons honey
1/4 teaspoon grated lime peel
2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
2 cups cantaloupe balls or cubes
2 cups honeydew melon balls or cubes
2 cups watermelon balls or cubes

Steps:

  • In large bowl, mix honey, lime peel and lime juice. Add remaining ingredients; toss gently to coat. Cover; refrigerate at least 1 hour to chill.
  • Stir salad before serving. If desired, garnish with fresh mint.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 40, Carbohydrate 10 g, Cholesterol 0 mg, Fiber 0 g, Protein 0 g, SaturatedFat 0 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 10 mg, Sugar 9 g, TransFat 0 g

MELON SALAD



Melon Salad image

Provided by Food Network

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 8

3 garlic cloves, minced or pureed
2 tablespoons brown sugar
1/4 cup lime juice
3 serrano chiles, stems removed and thinly sliced with seeds
1 teaspoon grated lime zest
1/2 cup slivered blanched almonds or pine nuts, toasted
6 cups assorted melon cubes, in 1/2inch cubes, each variety separated
1/4 cup fresh cilantro leaves for garnish

Steps:

  • Mix garlic, brown sugar, lime juice, chiles and lime zest in a medium bowl. Roughly chop almonds and add to garlic mixture.
  • To serve, arrange each variety of melon cubes in alternating rows on a platter or in individual bowls. Spoon dressing over melon and garnish with cilantro. Serve chilled.

HOT MELON SALAD



Hot Melon Salad image

Provided by Alton Brown

Categories     appetizer

Time 21m

Yield 4 first-course servings

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 1/2 tablespoons olive oil
1 small red onion, sliced into thin rounds
16 ounces medium-diced melon, approximately 2 cups
1 tablespoon fresh basil, cut into chiffonade
1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
2 teaspoons red wine vinegar
2 ounces feta cheese, crumbled
1 tablespoon pine nuts, toasted

Steps:

  • Heat a large saute pan or wok over high heat. Once the pan is hot, add the olive oil, followed by the onion, and saute for 1 to 2 minutes, moving the pan continually. Add the melon and saute for another 1 to 2 minutes or until the melon starts to take on color. Add the basil, salt, and pepper and continue to cook for another minute. Add the vinegar to the pan and toss to combine. Pour mixture onto a serving platter, sprinkle with the cheese and pine nuts, and serve immediately.

MELON SALAD



Melon Salad image

Sweet and juicy. Anyone of any age will eat this up.

Provided by Tahryn

Categories     Salad     Fruit Salad Recipes

Time 35m

Yield 16

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 watermelon, peeled and cubed
1 honeydew melon - peeled, seeded, and cubed
1 cantaloupe - peeled, seeded, and cubed
1 pineapple, peeled and cubed
1 (16 ounce) package sliced fresh strawberries
1 (12 ounce) bottle poppy seed salad dressing
1 (8 ounce) container vanilla yogurt

Steps:

  • Combine watermelon, honeydew, cantaloupe, pineapple, and strawberries in a large bowl. Whisk poppy seed dressing and yogurt together in a bowl; drizzle dressing mixture over fruit before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 280.3 calories, Carbohydrate 45.7 g, Cholesterol 8.7 mg, Fat 10.5 g, Fiber 3 g, Protein 3.5 g, SaturatedFat 1.4 g, Sodium 192 mg, Sugar 37.5 g

MELON SALAD RECIPE BY TASTY



Melon Salad Recipe by Tasty image

Here's what you need: small seedless watermelon, small cantaloupe, salt, greek yogurt, olive oil, water, lemon juice, fresh mint leaf

Provided by Betsy Carter

Time 30m

Yield 2 servings

Number Of Ingredients 8

½ small seedless watermelon
½ small cantaloupe
salt, to taste
½ cup greek yogurt
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 tablespoon water
2 tablespoons lemon juice
fresh mint leaf, for serving

Steps:

  • Using a melon baller or a teaspoon, scoop out rounds of watermelon and cantaloupe and place in a large bowl. Season with a pinch of salt.
  • In a liquid measuring cup or small bowl, combine the Greek yogurt, olive oil, water, and lemon juice. Stir until smooth.
  • Serve the melon in bowls and top with the dressing and fresh mint leaves.
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 357 calories, Carbohydrate 53 grams, Fat 14 grams, Fiber 3 grams, Protein 9 grams, Sugar 45 grams

TOMATO & MELON SALAD



Tomato & melon salad image

A lovely light starter that is superhealthy and all of your five-a-day in one bowl!

Provided by Good Food team

Categories     Dinner, Side dish, Supper

Time 20m

Number Of Ingredients 8

½ ripe green or orange-fleshed melon , cut into large chunks
¼ cucumber , peeled and chopped into chunks
3 vine tomatoes , chopped
½ bunch mint , roughly chopped
½ bunch coriander , roughly chopped
1 tbsp olive oil
¼ tsp mint sauce
toasted baguette , to serve

Steps:

  • Gently combine the melon, cucumber, tomatoes and herbs in a large bowl. Mix the olive oil and mint sauce with some seasoning, then pour over the other ingredients and stir again to coat in the mint dressing. Serve chilled, with slices of toasted baguette, rubbed with a fresh cut garlic clove if you like.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 144 calories, Fat 6 grams fat, SaturatedFat 1 grams saturated fat, Carbohydrate 19 grams carbohydrates, Sugar 19 grams sugar, Fiber 5 grams fiber, Protein 4 grams protein, Sodium 0.12 milligram of sodium

MELON TURKEY SALAD



Melon Turkey Salad image

'With its combination of tender chunks of turkey, sweet melon balls and juicy grapes, this salad is a winner at our ladies' club,' reports Carolyn Zimmerman of Fairbury, Illinois.

Provided by Allrecipes Member

Time 20m

Yield 7

Number Of Ingredients 10

4 medium melon (about 5" dia)s medium cantaloupes, halved and seeded
4 cups cubed cooked turkey breast
1 ½ cups seedless red grapes, halved
1 cup chopped celery
½ cup fat-free plain yogurt
¼ cup reduced-fat mayonnaise
1 teaspoon lemon juice
½ teaspoon ground ginger
⅛ teaspoon salt
½ cup chopped unsalted dry roasted cashews

Steps:

  • Make melon balls from one cantaloupe half; refrigerate remaining cantaloupe halves. In a large bowl, combine the turkey, grapes, celery and cantaloupe balls. In a small bowl, combine the yogurt, mayonnaise, lemon juice, ginger and salt. Pour over turkey mixture and stir gently to coat. Cover and refrigerate for 1 hour. Stir in cashews just before serving. Spoon 1 cup salad into each cantaloupe half.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 364.7 calories, Carbohydrate 37.7 g, Cholesterol 64.2 mg, Fat 12.2 g, Fiber 3.5 g, Protein 29 g, SaturatedFat 2.9 g, Sodium 228.4 mg, Sugar 31.3 g

TURKEY-MELON PASTA SALAD



Turkey-Melon Pasta Salad image

Bow tie pasta, turkey and watermelon combine in this breezy summer salad from R. Jean Rand of Edina, Minnesota. It has a sweet-tart taste would pair well with tall glasses of lemonade or iced tea for an outdoor patio lunch.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 25m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 cups uncooked bow tie pasta
1-1/2 cups cubed cooked turkey breast
1-1/2 cups diced seedless watermelon
1/2 cup sliced celery
2 tablespoons chopped green onion
1/4 cup fat-free plain yogurt
2 tablespoons reduced-fat mayonnaise
2 tablespoons lime juice
1-3/4 teaspoons sugar

Steps:

  • Cook pasta according to package directions. Meanwhile, in a large bowl, combine the turkey, watermelon, celery and onion; set aside. , In a small bowl, whisk the yogurt, mayonnaise, lime juice and sugar until smooth. Drain pasta and rinse in cold water; stir into turkey mixture. Drizzle with the yogurt mixture and toss to coat. Refrigerate until serving.

Nutrition Facts : Fat 4 g fat (1 g saturated fat), Cholesterol 48 mg cholesterol, Sodium 113 mg sodium, Carbohydrate 23 g carbohydrate, Fiber 1 g fiber, Protein 20 g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

Tips:

  • Choose ripe and juicy cantaloupe: The cantaloupe is the star of this salad, so make sure to select one that is ripe and juicy. Look for a melon that is heavy for its size, has a deep orange color, and has a sweet smell.
  • Use high-quality mayonnaise: Mayonnaise is another key ingredient in this salad, so it's important to use a good-quality brand. Look for a mayonnaise that is made with fresh eggs and oil, and avoid brands that contain a lot of additives.
  • Add some sweetness: If you find that your melon is not sweet enough, you can add a little bit of honey or sugar to the salad. This will help to balance out the flavors and make the salad more enjoyable.
  • Chill the salad before serving: This salad is best served chilled, so be sure to refrigerate it for at least 30 minutes before serving. This will help to firm up the melon and make it more refreshing.

Conclusion:

Melon turkey salad is a delicious and refreshing salad that is perfect for a summer meal. It is easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste preferences. Whether you like it sweet or savory, this salad is sure to please everyone at your table.

Related Topics