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Blackberry Honeydew Salad with Basil

Blackberry Honeydew Salad with Basil: A Summer Delight

Experience the refreshing taste of Blackberry Honeydew Salad with Basil, a vibrant summer dish perfect for gatherings.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salad
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 1 medium Honeydew Melon Ensure it’s perfectly ripe.
  • 2 cups Blackberries Fresh and vibrant.
  • 1 cup Basil Chiffonade or substitute with mint.
For the Dressing
  • 3 tablespoons Extra Virgin Olive Oil For richness.
  • 1 tablespoon Lemon Juice Preferably freshly squeezed.
  • 1 tablespoon Liquid Honey Use maple syrup for vegan option.
  • 1 teaspoon Poppy Seeds Optional for texture.
  • to taste Sea Salt Enhances flavor.

Equipment

  • mixing bowl
  • Knife
  • Cutting board
  • serving platter

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Slice the honeydew in half and remove seeds; cut flesh into bite-sized pieces.
  2. Arrange honeydew pieces on a serving platter; rinse and pat dry blackberries, then scatter them over the honeydew.
  3. Chiffonade the basil and sprinkle it over the salad.
  4. Whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, and honey/maple syrup in a bowl until slightly thickened.
  5. Drizzle dressing over the salad just before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 1gFat: 4gSaturated Fat: 0.5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 2.5gSodium: 50mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 4gSugar: 28gVitamin A: 10IUVitamin C: 60mgCalcium: 2mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Best served fresh, avoid dressing until right before serving to maintain texture.

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