Best 4 Summer Melon Ball Salad Recipes

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Summer is the perfect time to enjoy the refreshing flavors of a melon ball salad. This classic summertime dish combines sweet and juicy melons with crisp cucumbers, tangy onion, and fresh mint. It is a light and flavorful side dish that is perfect for potlucks, picnics, or backyard barbecues. With its vibrant colors and delicious taste, melon ball salad is sure to be a hit at your next gathering. In this article, we'll provide you with tips on how to select the best melons for your salad, as well as a variety of recipes that will help you create a delicious and refreshing dish.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

FRESH MINT MELON BALL SALAD



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Make and share this Fresh Mint Melon Ball Salad recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Charlotte J

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 20m

Yield 7 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

1/2 cup chopped of fresh mint
1/3 cup orange juice
2 tablespoons honey
3 cups watermelon balls, about half a watermelon
2 cups cantaloupe balls, about half a cantaloupe
2 cups honeydew balls, about half a honeydew

Steps:

  • In a medium bowl, combine mint, orange juice and honey, blend until smooth.
  • In a large bowl, combine watermelon, cantaloupe and honeydew.
  • Pour orange juice mixture over fruit and gently toss.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 81.6, Fat 0.3, SaturatedFat 0.1, Sodium 20.2, Carbohydrate 20.4, Fiber 1.6, Sugar 18.1, Protein 1.4

SUMMER CITRUS MELON SALAD



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A light, refreshing salad for summer. I like to serve it in the hollowed melon halves.

Provided by Cricket aka MrsB

Categories     Salad     Fruit Salad Recipes     Orange Salad Recipes

Time 55m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 15

1 white grapefruit, peeled and sectioned
1 pink grapefruit, peeled and sectioned
1 navel orange, peeled and sectioned
1 honeydew melon, halved and seeded
1 cantaloupe, halved and seeded
1 large avocado, chopped into small pieces
1 tablespoon lemon juice
¼ cup extra-virgin olive oil
¼ cup fresh lemon juice
1 teaspoon balsamic vinegar
⅓ cup chopped fresh mint
2 tablespoons honey
1 teaspoon coarse sea salt
freshly ground black pepper to taste
fresh mint, leaves picked

Steps:

  • Combine white grapefruit, pink grapefruit, and orange sections in a large bowl.
  • Scoop out honeydew melon and cantaloupe flesh using a melon baller; add to the citrus in the bowl.
  • Toss avocado with 1 tablespoon lemon juice in a small bowl. Remove from the juice; add to the bowl of citrus and melons.
  • Whisk olive oil, 1/4 cup lemon juice, and balsamic vinegar together in a bowl. Stir in 1/3 cup chopped mint, honey, salt, and black pepper. Pour over citrus and melon mixture; toss gently to prevent mashing avocado. Garnish with fresh mint leaves.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 250.7 calories, Carbohydrate 36.2 g, Fat 12.6 g, Fiber 5.4 g, Protein 2.8 g, SaturatedFat 1.8 g, Sodium 262.9 mg, Sugar 28.2 g

STRAWBERRY-MELON SUMMER SALAD



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This salad is perfect for summer BBQs. The fruit makes it tasty.

Provided by Drizzler

Categories     Salad     Fruit Salad Recipes     Strawberry Salad Recipes

Time 20m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 cup lemon yogurt
1 tablespoon honey
1 teaspoon lemon juice
2 cups watermelon balls
2 cups cantaloupe balls
2 cups halved fresh strawberries

Steps:

  • In a salad bowl, whisk together the lemon yogurt, honey, and lemon juice until smooth, and gently fold in the watermelon balls, cantaloupe balls, and strawberries. Toss to coat, and serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 99.7 calories, Carbohydrate 22.7 g, Cholesterol 0.7 mg, Fat 0.4 g, Fiber 1.7 g, Protein 3.3 g, SaturatedFat 0.1 g, Sodium 38.6 mg, Sugar 20 g

SUMMERTIME TOMATO-MELON SALAD



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Looking for a savory summer salad? The combination of tomatoes, cantaloupe, avocado and greens sings with freshness and health.-Carolyn Kumpe, El Dorado, California

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 30m

Yield 12 servings (3/4 cup each).

Number Of Ingredients 17

4 cups small baby heirloom tomatoes, halved
1 English cucumber, peeled and cubed
2 cups cubed cantaloupe
1 package (8 ounces) feta cheese, cubed
1 medium ripe avocado, peeled and cubed
1 bunch watercress, coarsely chopped
1/2 cup fresh basil leaves, coarsely chopped
1/4 cup chopped red onion
CORIANDER-LIME VINAIGRETTE:
1 teaspoon coriander seeds
1/3 cup canola oil
3 tablespoons lime juice
2 tablespoons rice vinegar
1 tablespoon honey
1 tablespoon grated lime zest
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine the tomatoes, cucumber, cantaloupe, cheese, avocado, watercress, basil and onion., In a dry small skillet over medium heat, toast coriander seeds until aromatic, about 2-3 minutes. Cool. Transfer to a spice grinder or a mortar and pestle; coarsely grind., In a small bowl, whisk the oil, lime juice, vinegar, honey, lime zest, salt, pepper and coriander. Pour over tomato mixture and gently toss to coat.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 165 calories, Fat 13g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 17mg cholesterol, Sodium 323mg sodium, Carbohydrate 10g carbohydrate (7g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 4g protein.

Tips:

  • Choose ripe melons: Look for melons that are heavy for their size, have a smooth rind, and give slightly to pressure. Avoid melons with bruises or cracks.
  • Chill the melons before serving: This will help to keep them crisp and refreshing.
  • Use a variety of melons: This will add color and flavor to your salad. Some popular choices include cantaloupe, honeydew, watermelon, and Persian melon.
  • Add other fruits and vegetables: This will help to make your salad more filling and nutritious. Some good choices include berries, grapes, cucumbers, and tomatoes.
  • Use a light dressing: A simple vinaigrette or yogurt dressing is a good choice. Avoid heavy dressings, which can overwhelm the flavors of the melon.
  • Serve immediately: Melon salad is best served fresh. If you need to make it ahead of time, store it in the refrigerator for up to 2 hours.

Conclusion:

Melon ball salad is a refreshing and delicious summer dish. It is easy to make and can be tailored to your own preferences. With a variety of melons and other fruits to choose from, the possibilities are endless. So next time you are looking for a light and summery salad, give melon ball salad a try. You won't be disappointed!

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