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Melon Salad with a Citrus Honey Mint Dressing Posted: 31 Jul 2021 05:00 AM PDT I don’t know about you but nothing hits the spot more on a hot summer day than fresh fruit and salads! Combine the two together and our melon salad will leave you feeling refreshed and satisfied! This simple melon salad is easy to make but completely delightful to your tastebuds! It cools you down with the watery melon taste but adds a splash of flavor with the citrus honey mint dressing! Pair this with our burgers, corn, and some lemonade. These 4 recipes will create a summer meal for the books! Melon Salad with Citrus Honey Mint Dressing Summer brings with it the desire to be outside, enjoying the refreshing sun on my face. There is always excitement in the air for all of the vacations and holidays and outdoor activities! I catch the summer bug and will do just about anything to hold on to that feeling! Making delicious and refreshing salads is one of those things and this one is a salad to remember. I love any excuse to use juicy melons including making a delicious watermelon agua fresca which is always a huge hit! There is just something so simple about mixing different melons together and creating so much flavor. This recipe is not only delicious but most importantly, it’s a super easy recipe to make! After all, who doesn’t like a recipe that only requires 1 tool and a few ingredients?? Once you’ve finished balling up the melons, take it to the next level by drizzling the citrus honey mint dressing all over, and voila! You have a salad to impress! What’s in Melon Salad with Citrus Honey Mint Dressing? There isn’t much I love more than a simple recipe that packs a punch! This melon salad has only a few ingredients and delivers on taste, ease AND it looks impressive! For ingredient measurements, see the recipe card below. Watermelon, honeydew, and cantaloupe: Use a melon baller scoop to create perfectly round balls. If you don’t have one of these, you can slice your melon up into cubes! Lemon and lime: These juices will give this salad a fresh taste and a great citrus flavor! Mint: Chop the mint up finely so that the flavor can be spread evenly throughout the salad. Honey: The honey will balance out the citrus with a dash of sweetness! How to make Melon Salad with Citrus Honey Mint Dressing It only takes as long as scooping out the melon to make this recipe!! It looks impressive and colorful all while being simple and insanely delicious! Scooping the melon: Take each melon and using your melon scoop (or if you don’t have one, just cut the melon into cubes). Scoop out the melon and place it into the bowl. Do this for all 3 melons then combining them together. Whisk the Dressing: Next thing to do is make the dressing! Combine the lemon and lime juice into a separate small bowl, stir in the honey until it is dissolved. Then, chop up the mint into fine pieces and stir it in with the honey and juices. Mix together: Last step is to pour it over the salad until the melons are covered. Serve and enjoy!! Tips and Variations For the Best Fruit Salad We all know that the best part about salads is that you just put them in the refrigerator and keep coming back for more. The trick is how to make them last the longest! Follow these easy tips and you’ll be able to munch on these leftovers for days! Smoothie and Juices: Once the melons get soft and extra juicy, then they are probably about on their last leg. However, this is a great time to use them in a smoothie or juice! Toss them in a blender with some ice and any additional fruit and you have yourself a delicious summer drink! Cutting Melons: If you don’t have a round scoop to cut the melons into circles, cutting them into ½ inch to inch squares will also work. If you still want it to look fancy, try cutting them into trianagles for a fun shape and look. Add Ins: Berries, mango and peaches are a sweet addition to this melon salad. Serving: Garnish the melon salad with fresh mint and place in a clear bowl or platter for all to see the beatiful melon colors. Leftovers Callout Title Making Ahead: Store your round melon balls in an air tight container with lemon juice over top for 3 to 5 days. Whisk together the dressing right before you are ready to serve. Refrigerating: Wrap your container with tightly sealed plastic wrap. This will preserve the melons in your fridge for 3-5 days. Don’t forget to seal it after each time it gets opened! Freezeing Fruit: If you find yourself not able to finish the salad in time, you can freeze it! Place it in an airtight container and you can freeze it for up to 12 months! More Salad Recipes That You Will Love!! Salads are one of the best ways to enjoy summer! Here are a few additional ones that you can try! They are tried and true and so delicious. You are sure to enjoy them all! Salads Blackberry Lime Fruit Salad Salads Asian Ramen Salad Salads Honey Lime Quinoa Fruit Salad Salads Very Berry Cheesecake Salad Print Melon Salad with Citrus Honey Mint Dressing I don't know about you but nothing hits the spot more on a hot summer day than fresh fruit and salads! Combine the two together and our melon salad will leave you feeling refreshed and satisfied! Course Salad, Side Dish Cuisine American Keyword melon salad Prep Time 15 minutes Total Time 15 minutes Servings 4 people Calories 548kcal Author Alyssa Rivers Ingredients 1 small watermelon 1 cantaloupe 1 honeydew Honey Citrus mint glaze: Juice of half lemon Juice of half of a lime 3 Tablespoons honey 1 Tablespoon mint chopped Instructions Using a melon baller scoop round spheres out of each of the melons and place them into a medium-sized bowl. To make the honey citrus dressing: In a small bowl add the lemon juice, lime juice, honey and mint and whisk. Pour over the salad and mix until incorporated. Nutrition Calories: 548kcal | Carbohydrates: 138g | Protein: 10g | Fat: 2g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 1g | Sodium: 92mg | Potassium: 2373mg | Fiber: 8g | Sugar: 120g | Vitamin A: 11282IU | Vitamin C: 200mg | Calcium: 114mg | Iron: 4mg

Dill Pickle Dip Posted: 30 Jul 2021 05:00 PM PDT Calling all pickle lovers! Loaded with chopped pickles and herbs, this dill pickle dip is bursting with flavor and absolutely irresistible! Dips are the perfect summer treat. They are the best crowd-pleasers with how easy-to-make and delicious they are! Jalapeno popper, million-dollar, and hot corn are some of my other favorites! Easy and Delicious Dill Pickle Dip Recipe As someone who loves easy and delicious dips, I am SO excited to share this recipe with you. This dip only has 6 ingredients and comes together in minutes to create the most amazing zesty, creamy flavor! Because of this, it is always requested at family parties and is gobbled up in no time. The tangy flavor pairs so well with chips, crackers, fresh veggies, you name it! Even my family members who don’t like pickles have become a believer after trying this pickle dip. Dill pickle dip is the perfect, easy dish for potlucks and game days. Additionally, it is so easy to make and just as easy to store and take on the go! That being said, my personal favorite way to enjoy this insanely good dip is for a Netflix binge night. Like binging your new favorite show, resisting another bite of this flavorful, addictive dill pickle dip is impossible. It is the perfect addition to your easy-to-make snack arsenal! What You Need For Pickle Dip With only a handful of simple ingredients, this pickle dip is an easy and inexpensive treat to throw together! It is also easy to customize flavors and substitute ingredients to your liking. I have all individual measurements listed in the recipe card below. Cream Cheese: This is the creamy base of the dill pickle dip. Having your cream cheese at room temperature helps everything to mix together well! Also, a dairy-free variation of this dip can be made with cream cheese like Miyoko’s or Daiya. Sour Cream: Sour cream adds a smooth texture and tangy flavor to your dill pickle dip. Greek yogurt works as a great substitute, too! Chopped Dill Pickles: Small whole dill pickles, finely chopped, are what I like to use in this recipe! You can adjust the size of your dill pieces to your liking. Garlic Powder: Adds a boost of flavor to your dip. Using fresh garlic is another way to achieve this. Dill Weed: Used to add fresh, zesty flavor to your dip and also a hint of texture. Dill Pickle Juice: Dill pickle juice will add additional flavor to your dip. It can also be used to make your dill pickle dip thinner until you reach your desired consistency! How to Make the Best Dill Pickle Dip This dip is rich and tasty with minimal effort. As a result, no one will suspect you made it minutes before the party with how much scrumptious flavor is loaded in each bite! You can even use your extra time to make homemade chips to really impress your guests. Combine Ingredients: In a medium size combine the cream cheese, sour cream, chopped dill pickles, garlic powder, dill weed, and pickle juice until incorporated. Serve or Chill: Serve immediately or chill for an hour to let the flavors blend and cheese to thicken. Making the Best Dill Pickle Dip Dill pickle dip can easily be customized to suit your tastes. So, whether you want to add more flavors or change up texture, you can use these easy tips to craft the best dip possible! Different Pickles: Any kind of pickle will work here, use your favorite! You could try using hot pickles to add a little heat to your dill pickle dip! Flavor Enhancers: Adding diced onion or onion powder to your dip gives it a pop of savory flavor. Jalapeños, a dash of Chili powder or paprika can add great flavor, as well. A little heat plays perfectly with the zesty flavor of dill. Convert to Cheese Ball: Want dill pickle dip but in cheese ball form? No problem! Easily convert your dip into a cheese ball by placing mixture onto plastic wrap and gently shaping it into a ball. Next, refrigerate for at least an hour or until it is set in place. It is then ready to be transferred to a serving dish. Dip Too Thick: If your dill pickle dip becomes too thick, add a spoonful of pickle juice at a time until you get the consistency you are looking for. Also, keep in mind that this dip will become thicker while resting in the refrigerator. If you're making it in advance, you may need to add a splash of pickle juice to your dip before serving. Serve With: Serve your dill pickle dip up with crackers, chips, veggies or pita. Zucchini chips are a tasty, healthy snack that also pairs wonderfully with dill pickle dip! Also, you can use this as a spread for sliders and sandwiches for a zesty pop of flavor! Storing Leftover Dill Pickle Dip My favorite part about dips is that they are so incredibly easy to store! You can eat them straight from the Tupperware container which makes them the ultimate anytime snack. In the Refrigerator: Store your dill pickle dip in an airtight container for 3-4 days. In the Freezer: This dip will keep in the freezer for up to 2 months in an airtight container. Thaw in the fridge before serving. More Easy Summer Dips Dips are the ultimate potluck dish with how easy and flavorful they are. Spicy or sweet, tangy or nutty, there is a dip for everyone! These other tasty dips are sure to be hits at your house! Dressings, Sauces, and Dips Easy and Awesome Pimento Dip Dressings, Sauces, and Dips Insanely Delicious Hot Crab Dip Soup Recipes Easy French Onion Soup American Baked Cream Cheese Salsa Dip (In a Bread Bowl) Print Dill Pickle Dip Calling all pickle lovers! Loaded with chopped pickles and herbs, this dill pickle dip is bursting with flavor and absolutely irresistible! Course Appetizer, Snack Cuisine American Keyword dill pickle dip, dill pickle dip recipe Prep Time 10 minutes Total Time 10 minutes Servings 6 people Calories 169kcal Author Alyssa Rivers Ingredients 8 ounce cream cheese softened 1/2 cup sour cream 1 cup finely chopped dill pickles 1 teaspoon garlic powder 1 Tablespoon dill weed chopped 2 Tablespoons dill pickle juice Instructions In a medium-size bowl combine the cream cheese, sour cream, chopped dill pickles, garlic powder, dill weed, and pickle juice until incorporated. Serve immediately or chill for an hour to let the flavors blend together and the cheese to thicken. Nutrition Calories: 169kcal | Carbohydrates: 3g | Protein: 3g | Fat: 17g | Saturated Fat: 9g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 4g | Cholesterol: 52mg | Sodium: 211mg | Potassium: 86mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin A: 632IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 59mg | Iron: 1mg

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