Cantaloupe and Cucumber Salad with Mint
A refreshing and light salad featuring sweet cantaloupe, crisp cucumber, and a hint of fresh mint, perfect for hot days. This American-inspired salad recipe, ready in about 15 minutes, pairs cantaloupe, cucumber, fresh mint into a side that holds its own next to almost any main — bright, balanced, and quick enough to slot into a weeknight plate. Each serving lands at about 90 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly next to roasted proteins, grain bowls, or weeknight mains. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.
Ingredients
- 2 cups, cubed cantaloupe
- 1, peeled and diced cucumber
- 1/4 cup, chopped fresh mint
- 1, juiced lime
- 1 tbsp honey
- 1/4 tsp salt
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Instructions
- Step 1: In a large bowl, combine 2 cups cubed cantaloupe, 1 diced peeled cucumber, and 1/4 cup chopped fresh mint.
- Step 2: In a small bowl, whisk together 1 tablespoon lime juice, 1 tablespoon honey, and 1/4 teaspoon salt until the honey dissolves.
- Step 3: Pour the dressing over the melon and cucumber mixture and toss gently to coat all ingredients.
- Step 4: Chill in the refrigerator for 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld before serving.
