Fresh Cantaloupe and Honeydew Salad with Lemon and Thyme
Juicy cantaloupe and honeydew get a bright lift from lemon, thyme, and a splash of floral liqueur for a quick, fragrant melon salad.
Prep 15 min · Total 1 hr 15 min · Makes 4 servings
Ingredients
- 2 cups diced cantaloupe
- 2 cups diced honeydew melon
- 1 1/2 teaspoons fresh thyme leaves
- Pinch of salt
- 1 teaspoon floral liqueur, such as chrysanthemum or elderflower liqueur
- 1 teaspoon lemon juice or good-quality cider vinegar
Directions
In a medium bowl, combine the cantaloupe, honeydew, thyme, salt, liqueur, and lemon, turning everything gently until evenly mixed. Cover the bowl and chill it for 1 hour so the flavors can come together, then stir once more before serving. Spoon it alongside fresh ricotta for a salad, tuck it with thin prosciutto slices for a canapé, or serve it with panna cotta for dessert.