MELON SALAD WITH GINGER DRESSING

Melon Salad with Ginger Dressing image

With a hint of honey, the cool, creamy dressing complements the colorful melon and tender chicken. Family and friends will be happy to see it on your table again and again.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Lunch

Time 35m

Yield 6-8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 18

Ingredients

DRESSING:
2/3 cup mayonnaise
2/3 cup sour cream
Juice of 1 lime
2 teaspoons honey
1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
SALAD:
3 boneless skinless chicken breast halves
1 cup apple juice
1 cup water
1 teaspoon whole black peppercorns
2 celery ribs, sliced
2 cups cantaloupe balls
2 cups honeydew balls
1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
Lettuce leaves, optional

Steps:

In a small bowl, combine all dressing ingredients; cover and chill. In a large covered saucepan, simmer chicken in apple juice, water and peppercorns for 20 minutes or until chicken juices run clear. Discard broth; allow chicken to cool. Slice into thin strips and place in a large bowl. Add celery, melon balls and parsley. Serve on a bed of lettuce if desired. Drizzle with dressing.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 282 calories, Fat 19g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 47mg cholesterol, Sodium 301mg sodium, Carbohydrate 15g carbohydrate (13g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 11g protein.