WATERMELON CANTALOUPE SALAD WITH MINT-BASIL VINAIGRETTE

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From Giada DeLaurentiis, Food Network. I made this today and it is VERY good. I didn't have amaretto; I used almond extract.

Provided by HisPixie

Categories     Melons

Time 31m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

1/2 watermelon
1 cantaloupe, cut in half, seeded
2 tablespoons mint leaves, chopped
2 tablespoons basil leaves, chopped
1 lemon, juice of (1/4 cup)
1/4 cup simple syrup (equal amounts sugar and water heated until sugar dissolves, cool)
1/8 teaspoon Amaretto (I used almond extract)
fresh sprigs of mint & basil

Steps:

  • Scoop 2 cups each from the watermelon and the cantaloupe using a melon baller. Carve the remainder of the watermelon out and reserve shell.
  • Add to a blender the chopped mint, chopped basil, lemon juice, simple syrup and amaretto. Blend until smooth.
  • Add the watermelon and cantaloupe balls to the carved out watermelon half.
  • Add the vinaigrette to the balls and toss to combine.
  • Garnish with the mint and basil sprigs and taste.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 146.8, Fat 0.8, SaturatedFat 0.1, Sodium 18.8, Carbohydrate 36.6, Fiber 2.4, Sugar 30.8, Protein 3.2

AL ZANE
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This salad is a delicious and healthy way to enjoy watermelon and cantaloupe. It's also a great way to get your kids to eat their fruits.


Sandhya Th
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I love the pop of color that this salad adds to my plate. It's also a great way to get my kids to eat their fruits.


Kayser Ayman
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This salad is a great way to get your daily dose of fruits and vegetables. It's also a great way to stay hydrated on a hot summer day.


Sohid Hosen
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I've never made a fruit salad before, but this one was so easy to make and it turned out great!


Rudolf Tigere
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This salad is so refreshing and delicious. It's perfect for a summer party or potluck.


udayaraj sapkota
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I love the combination of watermelon and cantaloupe in this salad. The mint and basil vinaigrette is also a nice touch.


Avery Jones
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This salad is a great way to use up leftover watermelon and cantaloupe. It's also a great way to get your kids to eat their fruits.


Durjoy Rahman
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I made this salad for my family and they all loved it. The dressing is especially good.


PUSPA SUBBA
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I've made this salad several times now, and it's always a crowd-pleaser. It's a great way to get your kids to eat their fruits!


Rai ahmad
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This salad is perfect for a hot summer day. It's light and refreshing, and the watermelon and cantaloupe are so hydrating.


DOMINIC MANTHI
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I love the combination of flavors in this salad. The watermelon and cantaloupe are sweet and juicy, the mint and basil are refreshing, and the dressing is tangy and flavorful.


Amelia-Rose Bench
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This salad is so easy to make, and it's a great way to use up leftover watermelon and cantaloupe.


Adamu yusuf abdullahi
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I'm not usually a fan of fruit salads, but this one is an exception. The watermelon and cantaloupe are so juicy and sweet, and the dressing is light and flavorful.


Haroon Roni
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I made this salad for a summer party and it was a hit! Everyone loved the combination of watermelon and cantaloupe, and the dressing was perfect.


Lorinda Good
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This salad is a refreshing and delicious way to enjoy watermelon and cantaloupe. The mint and basil vinaigrette adds a nice touch of flavor.