Description
Indulge in the refreshing flavors of Blackberry Honeydew Salad with Basil, a delightful combination that captures the essence of summer. This vibrant dish merges the sweetness of ripe honeydew melon with the tartness of blackberries, all elevated by aromatic basil. Perfect for picnics, barbecues, or light lunches, this salad not only looks stunning but also offers a burst of flavor in every bite. With its quick preparation time and healthy ingredients, it’s an effortless addition to any meal that everyone will love.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 medium honeydew melon (cubed)
- 1 cup blackberries
- 4 large basil leaves (chiffonade cut)
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tbsp freshly squeezed lemon juice
- 2 tsp liquid honey (or maple syrup for vegan)
- Sea salt to taste
Instructions
- Prepare the honeydew by slicing it in half, removing seeds, and cubing the flesh.
- Arrange cubed honeydew and blackberries on a serving platter.
- In a bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, honey/maple syrup, and sea salt until combined.
- Drizzle dressing over the salad just before serving and garnish with basil.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: No Cooking Required
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: Approximately 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 80
- Sugar: 11g
- Sodium: 5mg
- Fat: 4g
- Saturated Fat: 0.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg