CUCUMBER AND MELON SALAD WITH CHILE AND HONEY

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A mandoline beats any knife at quickly turning fruit and veg into long elegant ribbons.

Provided by Claire Saffitz

Categories     Bon Appétit     Salad     Pistachio     Cucumber     Honeydew     Melon     Feta     Basil     Fruit

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 10

1/4 cup raw pistachios
1/2 jalapeño or Fresno chile, thinly sliced
2 Tbsp. white wine vinegar
1 tsp. honey
3 Tbsp. extra-virgin olive oil
Kosher salt, freshly ground pepper
1 English hothouse cucumber, halved crosswise, then halved lengthwise, seeds scooped out with a spoon
1/4 medium ripe honeydew melon or cantaloupe, rind removed
5 oz. ricotta salata (salted dry ricotta) or feta
1/2 cup basil leaves

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°F. Toast pistachios on a rimmed baking sheet, tossing once, until golden brown, 7-9 minutes. Let cool, then finely chop 2 Tbsp. pistachios. Leave remaining nuts whole; set aside.
  • Whisk chopped pistachios, chile, vinegar, and honey in a small bowl. Gradually stream in oil, whisking constantly until emulsified; generously season dressing with salt and pepper.
  • Using a mandoline, shave cucumber and honeydew lengthwise (or thinly slice with a knife). Place in a large bowl. Set blade to a slightly wider setting; shave cheese into planks. Add to bowl along with basil and reserved pistachios; drizzle dressing over and toss gently. Season with salt and pepper.

Shah Sahib
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This salad is a great way to get your daily dose of fruits and vegetables. It's also a great way to cool down on a hot summer day.


bugby
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I love the way the chile and honey complement each other in this salad. It's a perfect balance of sweet and spicy.


Et's Eamin
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I'm always looking for new and interesting salad recipes, and this one definitely fits the bill. The flavors are amazing and it's so easy to make.


Safi Hunjra
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This salad is a great way to use up leftover cucumber and melon. It's also a healthy and delicious snack.


Molefi Setabela
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I love the simplicity of this recipe. It's just a few fresh ingredients that come together to create a delicious and refreshing salad.


Shannon Lee
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This salad is a great addition to any summer cookout or potluck. It's easy to make and always a crowd-pleaser.


Numii Albalushi
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I'm not a big fan of cucumber, but I really enjoyed this salad. The melon and chile really balance out the flavor of the cucumber.


Shahadat Imran
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This salad is a great way to get your daily dose of fruits and vegetables. It's also a great way to cool down on a hot summer day.


Abigail Rios
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I love the way the chile and honey complement each other in this salad. It's a perfect balance of sweet and spicy.


bravery gamer VR
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I'm always looking for new and interesting salad recipes, and this one definitely fits the bill. The flavors are amazing and it's so easy to make.


idk
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This recipe is a great way to use up leftover cucumber and melon. It's also a healthy and delicious snack.


Oyeniyi Oyinkansola debby
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I made this salad for a picnic and it was a big hit. Everyone loved the unique flavor combination and the fact that it was so refreshing.


Md Abir
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This salad is perfect for a hot summer day. It's light and refreshing, and the flavors are spot-on.


Seth Latter
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I'm not a big fan of cucumber salad, but this recipe changed my mind. The combination of melon and chile is really something special.


ALBINO GORILLAZ
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I love the addition of chile and honey to this salad. It gives it a nice kick of spice and sweetness.


BritishDontExist
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This recipe is easy to follow and the salad comes together quickly. I would definitely recommend it to anyone looking for a light and healthy side dish.


Jossie Booysen
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I made this salad for a potluck and it was a hit! Everyone loved the unique flavor combination.


Amadeo Khan
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This cucumber and melon salad is a refreshing and flavorful side dish that is perfect for summer gatherings. The combination of sweet melon, crunchy cucumber, and spicy chile is a delightful balance of flavors.