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A white plate filled with a colorful melon ball salad including watermelon, cantaloupe, and honeydew, garnished with fresh herbs. Lime wedges and herb leaves are on the table around the bowl.
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5 from 2 votes

Melon Salad Recipe

This healthy melon salad is made with three of the most common melons so they're easy to find. It comes together in just 20 minutes too!
Prep Time20 minutes
Total Time20 minutes
Course: Salad, Side Dish
Cuisine: Asian, Mediterranean
Diet: Vegan
Servings: 6 Servings
Calories: 55kcal
Author: Rae Aflatooni

Ingredients

  • 2 cups watermelon diced or use melon baller
  • 2 cups cantaloupe diced or use melon baller
  • 2 cups honeydew diced or use melon baller
  • Juice from 2 limes freshly squeezed
  • ⅛ teaspoon salt
  • 2 tbsp fresh fennel fronts finely chopped
  • 2 tbsp fresh basil finely chopped
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Instructions

  • Add prepared melons to a large bowl.
  • Pour lime juice, salt, and herbs on top.
  • Combine thoroughly and enjoy paired with your favorite veggie burgers!

Notes

Storage Tips
To keep leftover fruit salad with melon fresh, store it in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to two days. I always recommend a glass container, such as a mason jar.
 
Please read the blog post above for more helpful tips, tricks, and topping suggestions!

Nutrition

Calories: 55kcal | Carbohydrates: 14g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 0.3g | Saturated Fat: 0.1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 0.02g | Sodium: 78mg | Potassium: 292mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 12g | Vitamin A: 2162IU | Vitamin C: 21mg | Calcium: 15mg | Iron: 0.5mg
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