Cool and Crisp Cucumber Melon Salad
Print Category Cucumbers Thematic No thematic Source gosouthfresh Evaluation
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Ingredients
- 2 tbsp white wine vinegar 30 mL
- 1 tbsp honey 15 mL
- 1 tsp chopped fresh dill 5 mL
- 1 small clove garlic, minced 1
- 1/2 tsp each finely grated lemon zest, salt and pepper 2 mL
- 1/4 cup light olive oil or vegetable oil 50 mL
- 6 cups Southern U.S. spinach leaves, washed and trimmed 1.5 L
- 1 cup each chopped Southern U.S. honey dew melon and cantaloupe 250 mL
- 1/2 Southern U.S. cucumber, chopped 1/2
- 1/4 cup toasted Southern U.S. pecan halves 50 mL
- 1/4 cup coarsely crumbled feta cheese 50 mL
Preparation
- Whisk the white wine vinegar with the honey, dill, garlic, lemon zest, salt and pepper until well combined. Whisking constantly, slowly drizzle in the oil until well combined. Reserve.
- Arrange the spinach leaves on a large platter. Toss the melon, cantaloupe and cucumber with a small amount of the dressing. Arrange over the spinach. Sprinkle with pecans and feta. Drizzle salad with remaining dressing or to taste.
Cook commentary
Makes 4 servings.
* Sweet melons contrast with cool, crunchy cucumbers in this light yet flavourful salad. Serve with grilled white fish, salmon or chicken for a perfect summer supper.
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