Best Cool And Crunchy Melon Cucumber Salad Recipes

MELON AND CUCUMBER SALAD

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Puree any leftover melon from this Melon and Cucumber Salad in a blender with plain yogurt and honey to taste. For three cups of chopped melon, use two cups of yogurt and two to three tablespoons of honey. Serve over ice for a delicious summertime treat.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Time 20m

Number Of Ingredients 5

Ingredients

1/2 each golden watermelon, cantaloupe, canary melon, and Honey Kiss or Sugar Kiss melon, peeled, seeded, and cut into 1/4-inch slices
1/2 English cucumber, peeled and thinly sliced
Flaky sea salt, such as Maldon, and freshly ground pepper
Extra-virgin olive oil
Fresh mint leaves, for serving

Steps:

Arrange melons and cucumber on a platter; season with salt and pepper. Drizzle with oil. Just before serving, sprinkle with mint.

MINTY WATERMELON-CUCUMBER SALAD

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Capturing the fantastic flavors of summer, this refreshing, beautiful watermelon-cucumber salad will be the talk of any picnic or potluck. -Roblynn Hunnisett, Guelph, Ontario

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Lunch Side Dishes

Time 20m

Yield 16 servings (3/4 cup each).

Number Of Ingredients 8

Ingredients

8 cups cubed seedless watermelon
2 English cucumbers, halved lengthwise and sliced
6 green onions, chopped
1/4 cup minced fresh mint
1/4 cup balsamic vinegar
1/4 cup olive oil
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper

Steps:

In a large bowl, combine watermelon, cucumbers, green onions and mint. In a small bowl, whisk remaining ingredients. Pour over salad and toss to coat. Serve immediately or refrigerate, covered, up to 2 hours before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 60 calories, Fat 3g fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 78mg sodium, Carbohydrate 9g carbohydrate (8g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 1g protein. Diabetic Exchanges