Melon Salsa

Vegetarian
Vegan
Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Melon Salsa
10 min.
10
42kcal

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Summer is the perfect time to relish the vibrant flavors of fresh produce, and this Melon Salsa is a delightful way to celebrate the season's bounty. Bright, refreshing, and bursting with tropical flair, this easy-to-make salsa is a fantastic addition to any gathering, whether you're hosting a backyard barbecue or simply enjoying a snack on a sunny day.

With its harmonious blend of juicy orange-fleshed melon, crisp cucumber, and zesty lime juice, each bite offers a symphony of flavors that will tantalize your taste buds. The hint of serrano chile adds just the right amount of kick, making it a perfect accompaniment for chips, grilled meats, or even as a topping for tacos. Plus, it's an ideal choice for those following vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, and dairy-free diets, so everyone can indulge guilt-free!

In just 10 minutes, you can whip up this colorful, nutrient-packed dish that serves up to 10 people, making it a perfect starter or appetizer for any occasion. Low in calories yet high in flavor, this Melon Salsa is sure to impress your guests and uplift your plates with its refreshing taste. So grab your ingredients and let’s create a sensational salsa that will keep everyone coming back for more!

Ingredients

  • 0.5 cup cilantro leaves roughly chopped
  • cup cucumber diced ()
  • teaspoon kosher salt 
  • tablespoons juice of lime 
  • cups red-fleshed papayas diced such as charentais (1/4- to 1/2-in. cubes)
  • 0.5 cup onion red finely chopped
  •  serrano chiles stemmed halved sliced
  • tablespoon vegetable oil 

Equipment

  • bowl

Directions

  1. Mix all ingredients together in a medium bowl.
  2. Make ahead: Up to 1 day, covered and chilled.

Nutrition Facts

Calories42kcal
Protein5.66%
Fat29.1%
Carbs65.24%

Properties

Glycemic Index
7.4
Glycemic Load
0.2
Inflammation Score
-4
Nutrition Score
3.6691303684012%

Flavonoids

Eriodictyol
0.1mg
Hesperetin
10.75mg
Naringenin
3.38mg
Luteolin
0.36mg
Isorhamnetin
0.4mg
Kaempferol
0.06mg
Myricetin
0.01mg
Quercetin
2.26mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:41.51kcal
2.08%
Fat:1.47g
2.26%
Saturated Fat:0.22g
1.38%
Carbohydrates:7.42g
2.47%
Net Carbohydrates:6.08g
2.21%
Sugar:4.65g
5.17%
Cholesterol:0mg
0%
Sodium:234.13mg
10.18%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:0.64g
1.29%
Vitamin C:30.82mg
37.35%
Vitamin K:6.07µg
5.78%
Fiber:1.33g
5.33%
Folate:20.55µg
5.14%
Vitamin A:188.47IU
3.77%
Potassium:119.63mg
3.42%
Vitamin B6:0.06mg
2.98%
Vitamin B1:0.04mg
2.8%
Calcium:25.42mg
2.54%
Magnesium:8.31mg
2.08%
Manganese:0.04mg
1.98%
Vitamin B2:0.03mg
1.89%
Vitamin B5:0.18mg
1.77%
Copper:0.04mg
1.75%
Phosphorus:17.25mg
1.73%
Vitamin E:0.22mg
1.48%
Vitamin B3:0.24mg
1.2%
Source:My Recipes