Raspberry and Melon Salad

Bright, refreshing, and bursting with vibrant flavors, this Raspberry and Melon Salad is the perfect summer side dish or light dessert. Featuring sweet raspberries, juicy cantaloupe, and honeydew melon, this fruit salad is elevated with a delicate honey-lemon dressing and a sprinkling of fragrant fresh mint. Ready in just 20 minutes and requiring no cooking, it's simple yet elegant, ideal for picnics, barbecues, or a healthy snack. The combination of tangy raspberries, subtly sweet melons, and the fresh zest of mint creates a harmonious medley of flavors, while the drizzle of honey complements the natural sweetness of the fruit. Serve it chilled for an irresistible treat that highlights the best produce of the season.

Nutriscore Rating: 80/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:20 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 1.5 cups Raspberries
• 1 medium Cantaloupe
• 1 medium Honeydew melon
• 2 tablespoons Fresh mint leaves
• 2 tablespoons Lemon juice
• 1 tablespoon Honey
• 1 pinch Salt

Directions

Step 1

Wash the raspberries gently under cold running water, then set them aside to drain on a paper towel.

Step 2

Cut the cantaloupe and honeydew melons in half and remove the seeds using a spoon.

Step 3

Using a melon baller, scoop out balls from the flesh of the cantaloupe and honeydew. Alternatively, dice the melon into bite-sized cubes if a melon baller is not available.

Step 4

Place the melon balls (or cubes) and raspberries into a large serving bowl.

Step 5

Chop the fresh mint leaves finely and set aside.

Step 6

In a small bowl, whisk together the lemon juice, honey, and a pinch of salt until well combined.

Step 7

Drizzle the dressing over the melons and raspberries in the serving bowl.

Step 8

Sprinkle the chopped mint leaves over the top and gently toss the salad to combine all the ingredients.

Step 9

Serve immediately or cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for up to one hour before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	2559.4 grams (2559.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1032

Total Fat 4.80g	6%
Saturated Fat 1.30g	7%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.70g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 675mg	29%
Total Carbohydrate 243.90g	89%
Dietary Fiber 33.10g	118%
Total Sugars 208.10g
Protein 18.50g	37%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 267mg	21%
Iron 8mg	44%
Potassium 4892mg	104%

*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: 4.0%

Protein: 6.8%

Carbs: 89.3%