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Melon Strawberry Salad with Lime Mint Dressing

Melon Strawberry Salad with Lime Mint Dressing
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Brighten your day with a refreshing Melon Strawberry Salad with Lime Mint Dressing, the perfect dish for summer picnics, barbecues, or any gathering. This vibrant salad combines juicy watermelon, sweet strawberries, cantaloupe, and honeydew, all drizzled with a zesty lime mint dressing. It’s not only delicious but also incredibly easy to prepare in just 20 minutes. Enjoy the delightful combination of flavors that will leave your taste buds dancing while providing essential vitamins and hydration. Serve it as a light lunch, a side dish, or even a guilt-free dessert. With its beautiful presentation and nutritious benefits, this salad is sure to impress at any occasion.

Ingredients

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  • 3 cups watermelon (diced or use melon baller)
  • 3 cups sliced strawberries
  • 2 cups cantaloupe (diced or use melon baller)
  • 2 cups honeydew (diced or use melon baller)
  • ¼ cup freshly squeezed lime juice
  • 1 tsp agave or honey
  • â…›–¼ tsp sea salt
  • 3 tbsp finely chopped fresh mint
  • 1 ½ tbsp finely chopped fresh basil

Instructions

  1. In a mixing bowl, whisk together ¼ cup of lime juice, 1 tsp of agave, and ⅛ to ¼ tsp of sea salt.
  2. Add in 3 tbsp of finely chopped fresh mint and 1 ½ tbsp of finely chopped fresh basil. Stir gently to combine. Set aside while preparing the rest of the ingredients.
  3. Use a melon baller to carve balls out of the watermelon, cantaloupe, and honeydew until you have: 3 cups of watermelon balls, 2 cups of cantaloupe balls, 2 cups of honeydew balls.
  4. Slice the strawberries lengthwise into thin rounds.
  5. In a large mixing bowl, combine the sliced strawberries with the balled fruits.
  6. Pour the prepared dressing over the fruit mixture.
  7. Gently stir to coat all pieces evenly with dressing.
  8. Transfer the salad to a serving bowl or platter and refrigerate until ready to serve.

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