Honeydew Salad with Peanuts and Lime
Honeydew Salad with Peanuts and Lime is a refreshing treat that perfectly balances sweet, crunchy, and zesty flavors. This vibrant dish combines ripe honeydew melon with the crunch of peanuts and the tang of lime, making it an ideal addition to summer gatherings or light meals. With its quick preparation time and nutritious ingredients, this salad is not only delicious but also a healthy option for any occasion.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: N/A
- Total Time: 0 hours
- Yield: Serves about 4
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Fusion
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 honeydew melon (about 6 cups)
- 1/3 cup lime juice (about 3 limes)
- 1 shallot, sliced thin
- 2 Thai chiles, stemmed, seeded, and minced
- 1 garlic clove, minced
- 1/2 teaspoon table salt
- 1-2 tablespoons sugar (optional)
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce (as a substitute for fish sauce)
- 5 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro, divided
- 5 tablespoons chopped fresh mint, divided
- 5 tablespoons salted dry-roasted peanuts, chopped fine, divided
Instructions
- Prepare the dressing by mixing lime juice and thinly sliced shallot in a large bowl. In a mortar and pestle, create a paste from minced Thai chiles, garlic, and salt. Combine this paste with the lime mixture along with sugar (if using) and soy sauce. Stir well.
- Add honeydew chunks, ¼ cup each of cilantro, mint, and peanuts to the dressing. Gently toss everything together.
- Transfer to a serving dish and garnish with remaining cilantro, mint, and peanuts. Serve immediately.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 160
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 21g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
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