Do you have an abundance of melons and are looking for a unique and delightful way to enjoy them? Look no further than this culinary journey where we'll guide you in crafting a sensational savory melon salad drizzled in a luscious honeydew vinaigrette. This refreshing and flavorful salad is a symphony of textures and flavors that will tantalize your taste buds with every bite. With a crisp and refreshing base of ripe melons and a tangy, sweet vinaigrette, you'll discover a salad that is both light and satisfying, making it a perfect companion for warm summer days or as a refreshing addition to your next gathering.
Here are our top 9 tried and tested recipes!
REFRESHING MELON SALAD
This cool and refreshing dessert features a splash of lime to keep the fruit crisp and fresh. Garnish with a little plain soy yogurt for a creamy accent.
Provided by TRANSCEND
Categories Salad Fruit Salad Recipes
Time 15m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Combine honeydew, galia melon, and watermelon in a bowl. Drizzle with lime juice and zest; toss to coat. Garnish with fresh mint.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 57.3 calories, Carbohydrate 14.8 g, Fat 0.3 g, Fiber 1.6 g, Protein 1.1 g, SaturatedFat 0.1 g, Sodium 20.7 mg, Sugar 11.7 g
MELON AND BERRIES SALAD WITH HERBED HONEYDEW VINAIGRETTE
This is such a beautiful and refreshing springtime or summertime salad! Would be great for brunch or a lady's luncheon. Adapted from Victoria Magazine.
Provided by BecR2400
Categories Salad Dressings
Time 30m
Yield 6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 17
Steps:
- Toss salad ingredients together; season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Divide salad equally among six salad plates.
- Drizzle lightly with Herbed Honeydew Vinaigrette. Garnish, if desired. Serve immediately.
- Make Herbed Honeydew Vinaigrette:.
- Puree honeydew in a food processor or blender until smooth.
- Strain through a fine-mesh sieve into a medium bowl, pressing solids; discard solids.
- To honeydew juice, add oil, lime zest and juice, mint, parsley, chives, salt, and pepper; whisk to combine.
- Use immediately or store in refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 161.1, Fat 9.6, SaturatedFat 1.3, Sodium 117.2, Carbohydrate 19.5, Fiber 2.9, Sugar 15.8, Protein 2.1
SAVORY MELON SALAD IN HONEYDEW VINAIGRETTE
Provided by Molly O'Neill
Categories salads and dressings
Time 40m
Yield 6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- For the salad, place the melon on sheets of parchment paper and place in the freezer until very cold and slightly crunchy, 25 to 30 minutes. Place the mizuna, lettuce, fennel and prosciutto in a large bowl.
- For the vinaigrette, pass the honeydew chunks through a food mill, or puree them in a food processor and pass the puree through a mesh strainer to make 2 cups. Place the juice in a saucepan over medium heat. Reduce until 1/2 cup of liquid remains, about 25 minutes.
- Place the reduced liquid in a blender set on low. Drizzle in the oil and lime juice; then add the zest and salt. Adjust seasoning with pepper, more salt, lime juice and lime zest.
- Add cup of the vinaigrette to the bowl and toss well. Add the melon pieces and toss lightly. Adjust to taste with more dressing. Serve immediately in separate bowls, drizzling around the edge of each bowl with a teaspoon of hazelnut oil. Garnish with the nuts.
Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 207, UnsaturatedFat 8 grams, Carbohydrate 24 grams, Fat 10 grams, Fiber 5 grams, Protein 9 grams, SaturatedFat 1 gram, Sodium 713 milligrams, Sugar 17 grams
MEXICAN HONEYDEW SALAD
Steps:
- Toss 4 cups cubed honeydew melon with 2 tablespoons lime juice, 1 teaspoon minced jalapeno and 1/4 teaspoon each kosher salt and ancho chile powder. Top with chopped cilantro, pepitas and crumbled Cotija cheese.
HONEY-MELON SALAD WITH BASIL
Put the taste of summer in your salad! Loaded with juicy cantaloupe and honeydew, and glazed with a sweet honey dressing, this dish will be gone in minutes. Watermelon is a tasty addition, too. -Khurshid Shaik, Omaha, Nebraska
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Lunch
Time 20m
Yield 12 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- In a large bowl, combine cantaloupe and honeydew. Refrigerate, covered, until serving. In a small bowl, whisk honey, lemon juice, paprika, salt and pepper. Pour over melon cubes just before serving; toss to coat. Stir in basil and, if desired, dried cranberries. Serve with a slotted spoon.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 68 calories, Fat 0 fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 72mg sodium, Carbohydrate 17g carbohydrate (16g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 1g protein. Diabetic Exchanges
HONEYDEW MELON SALAD
I saw this recipe in Food Network Magazine. They call for pepitas, which are pumpkin seeds. I started thinking, hmmmm..., can we eat the melons' s seeds? I looked it up on the Internet and they are supposed to be dried, then roasted. A long process. I just wanted to make a simple salad, for crying out loud! I toasted them over low heat in a little cast iron skillet5. Voila! They came lovely golden and nutty. To get all the vitamins and minerals in the seeds, they must be chewed, not eaten whole.
Provided by threeovens
Categories Melons
Time 10m
Yield 2-4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- In a large bowl, toss together melon cubes, lime juice, jalapeño, salt and chile powder.
- Top with cilantro, seeds, and cheese as desired.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 132.3, Fat 0.6, SaturatedFat 0.1, Sodium 360.3, Carbohydrate 33.6, Fiber 3, Sugar 29.1, Protein 2
HONEYDEW SALAD WITH LIME DRESSING
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
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
HONEYDEW AND CUCUMBER SALAD
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
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
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
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.
Tips:
- Choose ripe melons: For the best flavor, use ripe cantaloupe and honeydew melons. Look for melons that are heavy for their size and have a sweet smell.
- Chill the melons before serving: Chilling the melons will help them stay crisp and refreshing.
- Use a variety of toppings: This salad is a great way to use up leftover fruit or nuts. Try adding diced peaches, strawberries, blueberries, or chopped walnuts or almonds.
- Make the vinaigrette ahead of time: The vinaigrette can be made up to 2 days ahead of time. Just store it in a covered container in the refrigerator.
Conclusion:
This savory melon salad is a refreshing and delicious summer dish. It's perfect for a light lunch or dinner, or as a side dish at a barbecue. The honeydew vinaigrette adds a sweet and tangy flavor to the salad, and the prosciutto and feta cheese add a salty and savory touch. If you're looking for a new way to enjoy melons, this salad is a must-try.
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