Description
Elevate your summer gatherings with this vibrant Melon and Pineapple Salad. Bursting with the sweetness of ripe pineapple and juicy melons, this refreshing dish brings a tropical twist to any BBQ, picnic, or potluck. Perfect for warm-weather entertaining, it’s not only quick to prepare—taking just 10 minutes—but also a healthy choice packed with vitamins. Delight your guests with its colorful presentation and refreshing flavors that perfectly complement grilled meats or stand alone as a light side dish. Customizable with your favorite fruits or herbs, this salad is sure to impress!
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups fresh pineapple, cubed
- 2 cups ripe cantaloupe or honeydew melon, cubed
- 1 cup juicy watermelon, optional
- 1 tbsp lime juice
- 1 tsp lime zest
- Fresh mint or basil (optional)
- Pinch of salt
- Chili powder or Tajín (optional)
- Crumbled feta or goat cheese (optional)
- Toasted coconut flakes (optional)
Instructions
- Wash and prepare the fruits by peeling if necessary and cutting them into bite-sized pieces.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the pineapple, cantaloupe, watermelon (if using), lime juice, lime zest, and herbs. Gently toss to coat.
- Refrigerate for 15–30 minutes to chill and let flavors meld.
- Before serving, sprinkle with salt and optional toppings like chili powder or cheese for added flavor.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Tropical
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 70
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 20mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg