HOT AND SWEET MELON SALAD

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An Asian play of sweet melon and hot chile pepper makes an interesting addition to a cocktail buffet. Serving Suggestions: The dish also pairs nicely with grilled pork tenderloin or chicken breast. Prep Time includes refrigeration. Nutritional Facts per serving: Calories 20.4, Fat 0.1G, Cholestrol 0MG, Sodium 8.3 MG, Carbs 5.1G, Dietary Fiber 0.5 G, Protein 0.4G From Prevention.Com

Provided by Porfavorcorona

Categories     Melons

Time 37m

Yield 7 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

6 ounces cantaloupe balls
6 ounces honeydew balls
1 small serrano peppers (wear plastic gloves when handling) or 1 small jalapeno pepper, cut into strips (wear plastic gloves when handling)
1 tablespoon fresh basil leaf, slivered
2 teaspoons lemon juice or 2 teaspoons lime juice
1 teaspoon Splenda sugar substitute or 1 teaspoon sugar

Steps:

  • In a bowl, combine the cantaloupe, honeydew melon, pepper, basil, lemon or lime juice, and sugar.
  • Toss to mix.
  • Cover and refrigerate for 30 minutes.
  • Toss before serving.
  • If desired, pick out and discard the pepper strips before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 18.4, Fat 0.1, Sodium 8.4, Carbohydrate 4.5, Fiber 0.5, Sugar 4.1, Protein 0.4

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