Melon Salad Recipe
Compressed melon | Radishes | Fried feta | Pickled red onion | Mint | Cantaloupe & honey vinaigrette
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Ingredients
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Salad Base
Fried Feta
Pickled Red Onion
Vinaigrette
Method
Pickling the Onions
- 1
Prepare the Pickled Red Onion
Thinly slice the red onion and place it in a jar. In a saucepan, combine apple cider vinegar, water, sugar, and salt. Bring to a simmer over medium heat while stirring until sugar dissolves. Pour the hot liquid over the onions, ensuring they are fully submerged. Let it cool to room temperature, then refrigerate for at least 1 hour.
Fried Feta
- 2
Fry the Feta
Cut feta cheese into small cubes. Dredge the feta cubes in all-purpose flour. In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Fry the floured feta until golden brown on all sides, about 2-3 minutes per side. Remove from the skillet and let drain on paper towels.
Salad Assembly
- 3
Prepare the Salad Base
Cut the cantaloupe into bite-sized cubes and thinly slice the radishes. In a large mixing bowl, combine the cantaloupe, radishes, and fresh mint leaves.
- 4
Make the Vinaigrette
In a small bowl, whisk together honey, olive oil, lemon juice, salt, and pepper to taste. Adjust seasoning as needed.
- 5
Combine Everything
Drizzle the vinaigrette over the melon and radish mixture. Toss gently to combine. Top the salad with the fried feta and pickled red onions before serving.
