Ingredients
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- 1 Cantaloupe melon - (orange cantaloupe), can use honeydew (green-fleshed) in the photos — both work beautifully
- 250 g cherry tomatoes
- 1 large cucumber, peeled and diced
- A pinch of salt
- 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped
- 2 tablespoons fresh mint, chopped
- 1 tablespoon fresh chives, chopped
French Dressing
- 2 teaspoons Apple Cider vinegar
- 1 tablespoon Extra virgin olive oil
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 1/2 teaspoon Castor sugar
Instructions
Prepare the melon
- Cut the melon in half, remove the seeds, and scoop the flesh into small cubes or balls
Prepare the cucumber
- Peel and dice the cucumber into small cubes. Lightly sprinkle with salt, cover with a plate, and leave for 30 minutes. Rinse well with cold water and drain.
Make the dressing
- In a small bowl, whisk together the vinegar, salt, pepper (and sugar if using). Slowly drizzle in the oil while whisking to combine.
- Or add all the dressing ingredients to a small screw-top jar, pop the lid on, and give it a good shake until everything’s well combined.
Assemble the salad
- In a large mixing bowl, toss together the melon, tomatoes, and cucumber. Pour over the dressing, cover, and refrigerate for 2–3 hours so the flavours can develop.
Add herbs before serving
- Stir through the chopped parsley, mint, and chives just before serving.
Serve and enjoy!
- Spoon into bowls or cups and serve with a spoon to catch all the delicious juices.
- Prep Time: 25
- Marinate 3 hours:
- Category: Salads
- Method: Mixing
