How to Make End-of-Summer Cucumber Melon Salad (Video)
This melon salad is a sweet, spicy, nutty, and utterly refreshing way to celebrate the end of the summer season.
Juicy melon and crisp cucumbers are dressed with fresh lime juice and sesame oil for an unexpected, toasty twist.
Ingredients
- 3 Persian cucumbers, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 1/2 ripe cantaloupe, rind removed, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 1 lime, juiced
- 1 teaspoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon flaky salt
- ½ teaspoon sesame oil
- 1/3 cup crumbled feta
- 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes
- 1 handful mint leaves
Instructions
Place cucumbers and cantaloupe into a large bowl. Add lime juice, olive oil, salt, and sesame oil to the bowl. Toss to coat and let marinate for 10-15 minutes.
Plate the salad and top with crumbled feta, red pepper flakes, and fresh mint leaves.
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