Melon and cucumber salad
Discover the refreshing combination of crisp cucumbers and juicy melon in this vibrant and flavorful salad. Perfect for a light and satisfying meal.
Ingredients:
- 1/4 cup slivered almonds
- 3-4 outer leaves from a head of Napa cabbage, stems cut, leaves torn
- 2 cups watermelon, cut into 1/2 inch pieces
- 1 cup cantaloupe or honeydew melon, cut into 1/2 inch pieces
- 1-2 small Persian cucumbers, sliced thin
- 3 medium radishes, sliced thin
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon Maldon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
Instructions:
- Toast slivered almonds in a small skillet until they turn golden brown, approximately for 2-4 minutes. Take the pan off the stove once done.
- Mix watermelon, melon, cucumbers, and radishes in a big bowl.
- Combine olive oil and lemon juice in a small container and whisk together. Drizzle the dressing over the melon mix and lightly mix to cover the ingredients.
- Spread torn Napa cabbage leaves across a serving platter. Add the melon mix and toasted almonds on top. Sprinkle with Maldon salt and a touch of cayenne pepper prior to serving.
Summary:
- Calories: 570 kcal
- Fat: 41 g
- Protein: 10 g
- Carbs: 50 g
- Potassium: 1185 mg
- Magnesium: 140 mg