Honeydew with Smoked Salmon

Elevate your appetizer game with this elegant and refreshing recipe for Honeydew with Smoked Salmon. Perfectly balancing sweet, savory, and zesty flavors, this 15-minute no-cook dish combines juicy honeydew melon cubes with tender strips of smoky salmon for a delightful contrast. A drizzle of homemade dressing, featuring olive oil, fresh lemon juice, a touch of honey, and chopped herbs like dill and mint, brings vibrant freshness to every bite. Perfect for summer gatherings or as a light starter, this dish is as visually stunning as it is delicious. Gluten-free and bursting with hydrating sweetness, it's a testament to simple ingredients creating unforgettable flavors.

Nutriscore Rating: 78/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:15 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 whole Honeydew melon
• 200 grams Smoked salmon
• 2 tablespoons Fresh dill
• 3 tablespoons Olive oil
• 1 tablespoon Lemon juice
• 1 teaspoon Honey
• 0.25 teaspoons Salt
• 0.25 teaspoons Black pepper
• 2 tablespoons Fresh mint leaves

Directions

Step 1

Cut the honeydew melon in half and scoop out the seeds using a spoon.

Step 2

Slice each half into thin wedges, then carefully remove the rind from each wedge and cut the flesh into bite-sized cubes.

Step 3

Arrange the honeydew cubes evenly on a serving platter.

Step 4

Cut the smoked salmon into small strips or bite-sized pieces and place them on top of the honeydew cubes.

Step 5

In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, honey, salt, and black pepper to create a dressing.

Step 6

Finely chop the dill and mint leaves, then mix them into the dressing for a fresh, aromatic finish.

Step 7

Drizzle the dressing evenly over the honeydew and smoked salmon on the platter.

Step 8

Garnish with a few extra sprigs of dill or mint for presentation, if desired.

Step 9

Serve immediately as a light appetizer or refreshing starter dish.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	2072.7 grams (2072.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1292

Total Fat 52.80g	68%
Saturated Fat 8.40g	42%
Polyunsaturated Fat 6.00g
Cholesterol 46mg	15%
Sodium 2264mg	98%
Total Carbohydrate 170.60g	62%
Dietary Fiber 14.70g	53%
Total Sugars 148.60g
Protein 47.20g	94%

Vitamin D 1368IU	6840%
Calcium 155mg	12%
Iron 6mg	32%
Potassium 4531mg	96%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 35.3%

Protein: 14.0%

Carbs: 50.7%