Melon Medley Salad
Description
This vibrant Melon Medley Salad is a burst of summer freshness on a plate. It combines the juicy sweetness of cantaloupe, crenshaw, and honeydew with the crisp, savory crunch of chopped celery. The addition of toasted pistachios or almonds adds a delightful textural contrast and nutty depth that elevates the simple fruit base. This dish is incredibly light and hydrating, making it an ideal palate cleanser or a refreshing side dish for warm-weather gatherings. It requires no cooking, just simple assembly, which makes it perfect for last-minute picnics, lunchbox additions, or a quick, healthy dessert. The natural sugars in the melons provide a satisfying sweetness without being overly heavy.Ingredients
Directions
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Rinse the whole melons under cold water and pat dry before cutting.
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Use a melon baller to scoop out uniform balls of cantaloupe, crenshaw, honeydew, and watermelon.
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Finely chop the celery stalks into small, bite-sized pieces for texture.
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Roughly chop the pistachios or almonds if not already chopped.
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Place all melon balls and chopped celery into a large mixing bowl.
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Gently toss the ingredients to distribute the celery evenly among the fruit.
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Sprinkle the chopped nuts over the top of the salad just before serving to maintain crunch.
Nutrition Facts
Servings 1
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 400.8kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 0.2g1%
- Saturated Fat 0.0g0%
- Cholesterol 0.0mg0%
- Sodium 2.4mg1%
- Total Carbohydrate 108.0g36%
- Dietary Fiber 0.5g2%
- Sugars 105.8g
- Protein 0.7g2%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
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