Indian Melon Salad

Brighten up your table with this refreshing and flavorful Indian Melon Salad, a perfect summer treat packed with vibrant colors and bold spices. Featuring sweet, juicy cantaloupe and watermelon paired with crisp cucumber slices, this easy-to-make dish is elevated by a zesty drizzle of lemon or lime juice and a sprinkle of aromatic chaat masala, tangy black salt, and a hint of red chili powder for a subtle kick. Finished with fresh mint leaves and an optional touch of honey for added sweetness, this salad strikes a perfect balance between sweet, tangy, and savory. For an extra crunch, top it off with roasted peanuts or cashews. Ready in just 20 minutes, this no-cook, chilled salad is a delightful appetizer or side dish that’s perfect for picnics, BBQs, or light meals. Healthy, hydrating, and full of Indian-inspired spices, it’s a unique twist on traditional fruit salads that will leave your taste buds craving more!

Nutriscore Rating: 80/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:20 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 medium-sized Cantaloupe (melon)
• 1 medium-sized Watermelon
• 2 tablespoons Lemon or lime juice
• 1 teaspoon Chaat masala
• 0.5 teaspoon Red chili powder
• 0.5 teaspoon Black salt (kala namak)
• 1 teaspoon Honey (optional)
• 2 tablespoons Mint leaves
• 1 small Cucumber
• 2 tablespoons Roasted peanuts or cashews (optional)

Directions

Step 1

Cut the cantaloupe and watermelon in half and remove the seeds. Use a melon baller or a spoon to scoop out bite-sized balls of the melon flesh. Alternatively, dice the melons into small cubes. Place them in a large mixing bowl.

Step 2

Peel the cucumber and slice it into thin rounds or small cubes. Add the cucumber pieces to the bowl with the melon.

Step 3

Drizzle the lemon or lime juice over the melon and cucumber mixture to bring a tangy freshness to the salad.

Step 4

Sprinkle the chaat masala, red chili powder, and black salt evenly over the salad. Gently toss everything to coat the ingredients with the spices.

Step 5

If desired, drizzle honey over the salad for a touch of sweetness and mix lightly.

Step 6

Chop the mint leaves finely and sprinkle them over the salad for a burst of freshness.

Step 7

If you're using roasted peanuts or cashews, coarsely chop them and sprinkle on top just before serving for added crunch.

Step 8

Refrigerate the salad for 10-15 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together and serve chilled.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	8418.2 grams (8418.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2715

Total Fat 21.10g	27%
Saturated Fat 2.20g	11%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.00g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 1732mg	75%
Total Carbohydrate 652.40g	237%
Dietary Fiber 43.70g	156%
Total Sugars 538.90g
Protein 58.10g	116%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 670mg	52%
Iron 23mg	129%
Potassium 12403mg	264%

*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: 6.3%

Protein: 7.7%

Carbs: 86.1%