Sweet & Zesty Melon Salad Recipe
Sweet & Zesty Melon Salad Recipe
SNS Hit! Easy Melon Salad Recipe You Can Make at Home
Introducing the ‘Melon Salad’ that’s currently trending on social media! This salad perfectly highlights the fresh, sweet flavor of melons. It’s ideal for special occasions or simply for a light, refreshing treat. The crisp texture of fresh melon, combined with the zestiness of lime and the subtle sweetness of honey, creates a delightful appetizer or dessert that will stimulate your appetite. It’s so easy to make, you can enjoy it like a gourmet dish right at home. Experience a unique culinary delight with this melon salad!
Main Ingredients- 1 Korean Melon (choose a firm, fresh one)
- 1 Tbsp Olive Oil (extra virgin recommended)
- 1 Tbsp Lime Juice (freshly squeezed)
- 1/2 Tbsp Honey (adjust based on melon’s sweetness)
- 1 pinch Salt (to balance the flavors)
Optional Ingredients (For Extra Flavor!)- 1/4 tsp Pink Peppercorns (for elegant flavor and color)
- 1/4 tsp Black Peppercorns (freshly ground)
- 4 sprigs Rosemary (for aromatic herb notes)
- 1/4 tsp Pink Peppercorns (for elegant flavor and color)
- 1/4 tsp Black Peppercorns (freshly ground)
- 4 sprigs Rosemary (for aromatic herb notes)
Cooking Instructions
Step 1
Since we’ll be leaving some of the melon’s peel on, wash it thoroughly under running water. Using a fruit-specific cleanser will give you extra peace of mind.
Step 2
Trim off the very ends of both sides of the melon.
Step 3
We’ll use a peeler to remove some of the melon’s skin. The trick is not to peel it completely, but to leave some on.
Step 4
Peel the melon unevenly, so that patches of the yellow skin are still visible. This makes the salad look more appealing.
Step 5
Cut the melon in half lengthwise.
Step 6
Scoop out the seeds from the center of each half. Place the seeds and any juice in a sieve to separate the juice. This melon juice will be the key ingredient for our delicious dressing.
Step 7
Carefully scoop out the pulp from the center of the melon with a spoon. It’s good to remove the seeds but leave a little bit of flesh. Don’t discard this scooped-out part! It will also be used for the dressing.
Step 8
You can slice the melon however you like. Thin slices look prettier and absorb the dressing better, making them more delicious. I sliced mine into thin half-moon shapes, about 2-3mm thick.
Step 9
Now, let’s make the star of the melon salad: the dressing! Take the scooped-out melon pulp from earlier and strain it through a sieve again to get clear juice. We’ll only use the pure melon juice.
Step 10
To the strained clear melon juice, add 1 tablespoon of fresh lime juice. The lime’s zestiness will enhance the melon’s natural sweetness.
Step 11
Add 1/2 tablespoon of honey. If the melon you’re using isn’t very sweet, feel free to add a little more honey. If the melon is naturally sweet enough, you can skip this.
Step 12
Slowly pour in 1 tablespoon of good quality olive oil. The fragrant olive oil adds a wonderful depth of flavor.
Step 13
Finally, add a pinch of salt and whisk everything together with a whisk or fork until well combined. Taste and adjust the saltiness as needed.
Step 14
Once all the ingredients are smoothly blended, your sweet and zesty melon salad dressing is ready! Taste it and adjust the sweetness or tartness to your preference.
Step 15
Arrange the prepared melon slices beautifully in a serving bowl.
Step 16
Now it’s time to make the salad even more special using the optional ingredients. I sprinkled pink peppercorns here and there over the melon slices for a lovely look and taste.
Step 17
Adding a few sprigs of fragrant rosemary enhances the salad’s flavor with its subtle herbal notes.
Step 18
Lastly, freshly grind some black pepper over the salad. It’s best to drizzle the dressing just before serving to keep the melon perfectly crisp.
Step 19
Even a less-than-perfect melon has transformed into this gorgeous and delicious salad! The combination of the tangy dressing and crisp melon was so fantastic that I devoured it in no time. I even drank up the leftover dressing at the end because it was so good. The dressing made from melon juice is superb, and the pairing with pink and black peppercorns is excellent. You must give this a try! You’ll be pleasantly surprised by the amazing taste.
