Print
clock clock iconcutlery cutlery iconflag flag iconfolder folder iconinstagram instagram iconpinterest pinterest iconfacebook facebook iconprint print iconsquares squares iconheart heart iconheart solid heart solid icon

Agua Fresca Melon Salad with Hot Honey Lime Dressing

5 Stars 4 Stars 3 Stars 2 Stars 1 Star

No reviews

A refreshing and colorful Agua Fresca Melon Salad featuring a trio of melons, fresh greens, creamy bocconcini, and a zesty hot honey-lime dressing. Finished with mint and Tajín seasoning, it’s a perfect summer salad with a sweet-spicy-tangy balance.

  • Total Time: 25 minutes
  • Yield: 6 servings

Ingredients

1/2 watermelon, cubed or balled

1 cantaloupe, cubed or balled

1 honeydew, cubed or balled

23 large handfuls of fresh salad greens (little gem, romaine, watercress, baby spinach, sprouts, or frisée)

1 cup mini bocconcini balls (or 1 container)

2 tbsp fresh mint, finely chopped

Tajín seasoning, to taste

Hot Honey Lime Dressing:

23 tbsp hot honey

Zest from 1 lime

3 tbsp lime juice

1/4 cup olive oil

Pinch of salt and pepper

Instructions

  1. Cut the watermelon, cantaloupe, and honeydew into cubes or scoop into balls using a melon baller. Chill until ready to assemble.
  2. Prepare the dressing by whisking together hot honey, lime zest, lime juice, olive oil, salt, and pepper until emulsified. Adjust to taste for sweetness, tang, or heat.
  3. Arrange the salad greens on a large platter or in a wide serving bowl.
  4. Scatter the chilled melon pieces and mini bocconcini balls evenly over the greens.
  5. Drizzle lightly with the hot honey-lime dressing, starting with a small amount and adding more if desired.
  6. Sprinkle chopped mint and a generous dusting of Tajín seasoning on top.
  7. Serve immediately while the greens are crisp and the melon is chilled.

Notes

Use a mix of greens like romaine, watercress, or baby spinach for texture balance.

Swap bocconcini for feta or vegan mozzarella for a dairy-free version.

Prepare melon and dressing ahead, but assemble just before serving to avoid soggy greens.

Adjust spice level by varying the amount of hot honey or adding chili flakes.

Pairs beautifully with grilled chicken, fish, or shrimp.

  • Author: Madelynn
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 0 minutes
  • Category: Salad
  • Method: No-Cook
  • Cuisine: Fusion
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving (about 1 1/2 cups)
  • Calories: 210
  • Sugar: 17g
  • Sodium: 180mg
  • Fat: 11g
  • Saturated Fat: 3g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 7g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 23g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 6g
  • Cholesterol: 10mg