Avocado and Melon Salad

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Avocado and Melon Salad is a blend of creamy avocado, juicy honeydew melon, and microgreens, all drizzled with a delicious Vinaigrette. This salad is a celebration of freshness, making it perfect for a light lunch or a side dish at your next gathering.

It is salad season, and I am in the mood for more variety in my salad bowls.

Which is why today you are getting this avocado melon salad.

It is nothing like this watermelon feta salad with fresh mint leaves and feta cheese, which is delicious, but very much a watermelon salad only.

This melon salad is served on a bed of baby spinach with micro greens.

It is loaded with great flavors and textures that make it a truly scrumptious salad.

With the cool avocado and refreshing lime vinaigrette, it is one of my favorite ways to eat lunch on hot summer days.

Whether you need a refreshing summer salad or just more easy salad recipes, this avocado melon salad is perfect anytime of the day or year!

What Ingredients are in Avocado and Melon Salad?

• Baby Spinach: a nutrient-rich salad greens base with a mild flavor.
• Ripe Avocado: creamy texture and a buttery taste go perfectly with the other salad ingredients.
• Honeydew Melon: juicy and sweet, this goes well with the other ingredients.
• Cucumber: spiralized for a refreshing crunch in the melon avocado salad.
• Mixed Microgreens: a blend of micro greens adds depth and nutrition. Choose your favorite combination.
• Honey Lime Vinaigrette: a dressing that brings a perfect balance of olive oil, lime juice, honey and garlic, without any effort from you!

Pro Tip: If you really love using a melon baller, go ahead and use it on your sweet melon. I prefer to dice it into smaller pieces in this avocado salad recipe. 

How to Make Avocado and Melon Salad:

1. Lay a bed of baby spinach in your large salad bowl or individual small bowl dishes.
2. Arrange avocado, honeydew, cucumber, and microgreens on top of the spinach.
3. Drizzle the vinaigrette dressing over the salad.

Pro Tip: For an extra pop of freshness, refrigerate the ingredients before assembling the salad.

Is Avocado and Melon Salad Healthy?

Yes this green melon salad is very healthy!

It is packed with nutrient-dense ingredients like baby spinach, avocado, and microgreens, which means it gives you a healthy dose of vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants.

The Honey, Lime, and Garlic Vinaigrette is a great addition without giving up health benefits.

Pro Tip: Adjust the amount of dressing to your taste preferences and dietary needs.

Can I Make Avocado and Melon Salad Ahead of Time?

Honeydew melon salad is best enjoyed fresh.

But you can prepare the ingredients in advance and assemble the salad just before serving to keep its crispiness and flavors.

Pro Tip: Store the components separately and combine them right before serving to prevent the salad from becoming soggy.

How to Store Leftover Avocado and Melon Salad:

Store any leftover honeydew salad in an airtight container in the refrigerator. Eat within 1-2 days as the avocado will turn brown the more it is exposed to air.

Pro Tip: If you know you will have leftovers, do not dress the salad. Keep the dressing separate to keep the salad’s crispness as much as possible.

Can You Freeze Avocado and Melon Salad?

While you can freeze anything, this honeydew melon green salad will not have the same texture if you freeze and thaw it.

However, I have frozen the undressed salad to use in my morning smoothie. 

Spinach, avocado, sweet melon, cucumber, and micro greens are great when frozen and blended with your favorite smoothie liquid and sweetener.

I like adding pineapple and almond milk.

Can I Use Other Melons for This Salad?

Yes you can use other melons for this avocado melon salad!

I love this Little Green Flair Bowl is all green, but if you love melons, feel free to experiment with different varieties.

Try a cantaloupe or sweet watermelon avocado salad for a unique twist of flavors and colors.

Is an Avocado a Melon (and Are They Related)?

No, an avocado is not a melon, and they are not related.

Avocados are fruits from the Lauraceae family, which means it is most closely related to cinnamon and sassafras.

Melons belong to the Cucurbitaceae family, which means they are related to cucumbers, squash, and pumpkins.

They differ in taste, texture, and classification.

What to Serve with Avocado and Melon Salad:

Try serving this melon avocado salad with these sour cream marinated chicken or this pretzel crusted chicken.

I also love it with fish tacos, or a bowl of quinoa for a complete and satisfying meal.

Just for fun, serve melon and avocado salad with this asparagus vichyssoise.

It gives you a green salad, a chilled green soup, and all you need is your favorite bread to give you a great meal. (Try this Dutch Raisin Bread Recipe!)

Is Avocado and Melon Salad Keto?

Yes, this avocado salad is keto-friendly, thanks to its low-carb and high-fat components like avocado.

The Honey, Lime, and Garlic Vinaigrette can be adjusted to fit keto dietary preferences.

Pro Tip: Customize the salad by adding keto-friendly toppings like bacon or Parmesan cheese.

Is Avocado and Melon Salad Gluten-Free?

Yes this melon salad is gluten-free!

Every ingredient in this dish is naturally gluten-free, making it a safe and delicious option for those with gluten sensitivities or dietary restrictions.

Pro Tip: Double-check the ingredients in prepackaged items like the salad dressing to make sure they are gluten-free every time you buy them. Companies change ingredients, and you always want to make sure it is safe.

Additional Salads You’ll Love…

• Carrot Noodles
• Tuna Potato Salad
• Beet and Blueberry Salad
• Arugula and Farro Salad
• Confetti Salad
• Roasted Radicchio
• Popcorn Salad
• Watergate Salad
• Arugula Beet Goat Cheese Salad

This avocado and melon salad is a simple side dish perfect for any season of the year. Serve it as a perfect summer side dish, a fun holiday side, or just to add more greens to your diet. However you serve it, with its great fresh flavors, it is a salad everyone will love.

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