MINTED MELON SALAD

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People can't resist digging into a salad made with colorful summer fruits. The unique dressing is what makes this salad a crowd-pleaser. I get compliments whenever I serve it, especially when I put it on the table in a melon boat. It's a warm-weather treat. -Terry Saylor, Vermillion, South Dakota

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 20m

Yield 12-14 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 cup water
3/4 cup sugar
3 tablespoons lime juice
1-1/2 teaspoons chopped fresh mint
3/4 teaspoon aniseed
Pinch salt
5 cups cubed watermelon (about 1/2 melon)
3 cups cubed cantaloupe (about 1 medium melon)
3 cups cubed honeydew (about 1 medium melon)
2 cups peach slices (about 2 peaches)
1 cup fresh blueberries

Steps:

  • In a small saucepan, bring the first six ingredients to a boil. Boil for 2 minutes; remove from the heat. Cover and cool syrup completely. , Combine the fruit in a very large bowl; add syrup and stir to coat. Cover and chill for at least 2 hours, stirring occasionally. , Drain before serving. Spoon into watermelon bowl or 8-qt. serving bowl.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 98 calories, Fat 0 fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 19mg sodium, Carbohydrate 26g carbohydrate (24g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 1g protein.

Saqib faiz Faiz ul islam
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This salad is a great way to get your kids to eat their fruits and vegetables.


Paul Thompson
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I'm not a big fan of feta cheese, so I used crumbled goat cheese instead.


Zingce Soko
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This salad is also great with a balsamic vinaigrette dressing.


Aliyu Idris Adam
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I used a honeydew melon instead of a cantaloupe and it was delicious!


Shaka Kaneda Hacker
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I added some grilled shrimp to this salad for a protein boost.


Nory Iz
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This salad is a great way to use up leftover melon.


Riley Assur
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I love the simplicity of this salad. It's made with just a few fresh ingredients, but the flavors are incredible.


Nikolai Latiolais
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This is a great salad to make ahead of time for a party or picnic.


Gift Osato Sunday
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I made this salad for a potluck and it was a big hit! Everyone loved the unique flavor combination.


Buzy Signnal
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This salad is so refreshing and perfect for a hot summer day.


jaime lynn
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I was pleasantly surprised by how much I enjoyed this salad. I'm not usually a fan of melon, but the combination of flavors in this salad really worked for me.


Major Phillips
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I've made this salad several times and it's always a hit. It's so easy to make and it's always delicious.


Abdolfatah Faizy
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This is my new favorite summer salad! It's so light and refreshing, and the flavors are amazing. I love the combination of sweet melon, tangy feta, and minty dressing.


Md Aiubali Md Aiubali
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I made this salad for a picnic and it was perfect! It's so easy to make and transport, and it's always a crowd-pleaser.


SnikiLle Lushaba
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This salad was a hit at my summer party! The combination of melon, mint, and feta is so refreshing and flavorful. I'll definitely be making this again.