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Cantaloupe salad in a white bowl, featuring melon balls, cherry tomatoes, and cucumber, garnished with fresh mint and parsley.

Cantaloupe Salad with Cucumber and Fresh Herbs


  • Author: Ella @myconvenientkitchen
  • Total Time: 3:25
  • Yield: 6 1x

Ingredients

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  1. 1 Cantaloupe melon - (orange cantaloupe), can use honeydew (green-fleshed) in the photos — both work beautifully
  2. 250 g cherry tomatoes
  3. 1 large cucumber, peeled and diced
  4. A pinch of salt
  5. 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped
  6. 2 tablespoons fresh mint, chopped
  7. 1 tablespoon fresh chives, chopped

French Dressing

  1. 2 teaspoons Apple Cider vinegar
  2. 1 tablespoon Extra virgin olive oil
  3. Salt and pepper, to taste
  4. 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