Poppy Seed Summer Salad

Poppy Seed Summer Salad

A super easy and very refreshing cucumber and melon salad. A great change from typical green or fruit salads! Can be made a full day ahead.

Prep Time:
15 mins
Additional Time:
2 hrs
Total Time:
2 hrs 15 mins
Yield:
8 servings
Servings:
8

Ingredients

  • ½ cantaloupe – peeled, seeded, and cut into 1/2-inch cubes
  • 2 cucumbers – peeled, seeded, and cut into 1/2-inch cubes
  • ½ small red onion, finely diced
  • 1 large stalk celery, diced
  • 1/3 cup poppy seed dressing, or more to taste
  • 3 tablespoons red wine vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon poppy seeds, or to taste (Optional)

Directions

Step 1
Place cantaloupe and cucumbers in a colander; set a plate on top. Place a heavy object such as a large can of food on top of plate to squeeze out excess liquid from cantaloupe and cucumbers, tossing about every 30 minutes, 2 to 3 hours.

Step 2
Transfer cantaloupe and cucumbers to a large bowl; add onion, celery, poppy seed dressing, and red wine vinegar. Toss to coat. Stir in poppy seeds.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

79
Calories
5g
Fat
9g
Carbs
1g
Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 8
Calories 79
% Daily Value *
Total Fat5g 6%
Saturated Fat1g 3%
Cholesterol4mg 1%
Sodium84mg 4%
Total Carbohydrate9g 3%
Dietary Fiber1g 3%
Total Sugars6g
Protein1g
Vitamin C15mg 73%
Calcium20mg 2%
Iron0mg 2%
Potassium201mg 4%

*Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

**Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient.If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.

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