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A delicious Blackberry Honeydew Salad with fresh basil garnished elegantly.

Blackberry Honeydew Salad with Basil

This refreshing Blackberry Honeydew Salad with Basil combines sweet honeydew, tangy blackberries, and fragrant basil, perfect for warm days. The light dressing adds a burst of flavor, making this salad a favorite.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salad, Side Dish
Cuisine: American, Healthy
Calories: 120
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Salad ingredients
  • 1 medium honeydew melon, (cubed) Choose a ripe honeydew for the best sweetness.
  • 1 cup blackberries Fresh blackberries should be firm and plump.
  • 4 large basil leaves, (chiffonade cut)
Dressing ingredients
  • 2 tbsp olive oil, (extra virgin)
  • 2 tbsp lemon juice, (freshly squeezed)
  • 2 tsp liquid honey, (or maple syrup for vegan diet) Use maple syrup for a vegan option.
  • 1/2 tsp poppy seeds, (optional) Optional for added texture.
  • sea salt to taste

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Slice honeydew melon in half and remove seeds.
  2. Cut into strips, then slice into bite-sized pieces, being careful not to cut all the way through the rind.
  3. Remove rind by running a knife between the edge of the rind and the base of the cuts you just made.
  4. Arrange honeydew pieces on a platter with blackberries.
  5. Garnish with basil leaves.
Dressing
  1. Whisk dressing ingredients together and drizzle on salad just before serving.

Notes

Serve as a side dish or light meal. This salad is great for summer picnics or barbecues. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to two days.