GARDEN SALAD WITH CANTALOUPE DRESSING

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You can vary this dish according to what fruits and vegetables are at their peak. This salad was created by Walt Disney World Chef Keith Keogh and is a popular attraction on the menu at the Wonders of Life pavilion at Epcot Center. Taken from the "Quick and Healthy Low Fat Cooking" cookbook.

Provided by jonesies

Categories     Melons

Time 25m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 1/2 cups cantaloupe, finely chopped
2 tablespoons water
1 tablespoon honey
1 tablespoon fresh ginger, minced
1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
1 cup broccoli floret (small)
1 cup snow peas
1 carrot, julienned
1 1/2 cups cantaloupe (cubes)
1 1/2 cups strawberries (halved)
8 red radishes, julienned
2 cups fresh spinach

Steps:

  • To make dressing: In a blender, process the cantaloupe, water, honey, ginger and vinegar until smooth.
  • To make the salad: Steam the broccoli, snow peas and carrots for about 4 minutes, or until crisp-tender.
  • Transfer to a large plate and spread out in a thin layer.
  • Place in the freezer for 5 minutes, or until cold; do not let the vegetables freeze.
  • Transfer to a large bowl.
  • Add the cantaloupe, strawberries and radishes; toss well.
  • Divide the spinach among individual plates.
  • Top with the salad.
  • Drizzle with the dressing.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 101.6, Fat 0.6, SaturatedFat 0.1, Sodium 52, Carbohydrate 23.6, Fiber 3.7, Sugar 18.2, Protein 3.3

damon jacobsen
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This salad looks amazing! I can't wait to make it for my next party.


Bryce Rittenhouse
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I'm not sure about the combination of cantaloupe and salad, but I'm willing to give it a try.


Sheir Khan
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This salad sounds delicious! I love the idea of using cantaloupe in a dressing.


AS Gaming YT
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I'm always looking for new and interesting salad recipes, and this one definitely fits the bill. I can't wait to try it!


MR Rony Khan
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This salad is a great way to get your kids to eat their fruits and vegetables. My kids loved the sweet cantaloupe and the tangy dressing.


Adil Mirfan
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I love the combination of flavors in this salad. The cantaloupe, mint, and feta cheese all work together perfectly.


Usuf Emon
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This salad is a great way to use up leftover cantaloupe. I had some that was about to go bad, so I decided to try this recipe. I'm so glad I did! The salad was delicious and the dressing was perfect.


Griffiss
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I've been looking for a new salad recipe to add to my repertoire, and this one is definitely a keeper. It's so easy to make and so delicious.


irugoo company
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This salad was a hit at my last potluck. Everyone loved the unique flavor of the cantaloupe dressing.


Se Df
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I'm not a huge fan of cantaloupe, but I really enjoyed this salad. The dressing was light and flavorful, and the cantaloupe added a nice sweetness without being overpowering.


malak_ahmed sayed
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This is a great salad for a summer party. It's light and refreshing, and the dressing is to die for!


Yomi Yomi
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This salad was easy to make and very delicious. The dressing was a perfect balance of sweet and tangy. I will definitely be making this again!


dantheman
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The dressing was a bit too sweet for my taste, but the salad itself was delicious. The cantaloupe added a nice sweetness and the mint gave it a refreshing flavor.


Shamsul Qayyum
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This salad was a refreshing and unique twist on the classic garden salad. The cantaloupe dressing added a sweet and tangy flavor that really complemented the other ingredients. I especially liked the addition of the mint, which gave the salad a nice