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melon salsa

(1 rating)
Recipe by
J. White Harris
Gallatin, TN

Nothing says summertime like watermelon and cantaloupe. This is a very refreshing summertime treat.

(1 rating)
yield 8 to 10
method No-Cook or Other

Ingredients For melon salsa

  • 1/4 c
    fresh lime juice
  • 2 Tbsp
    firmly packed light brown sugar
  • 3 c
    chopped seeded watermelon
  • 1 c
    chopped seeded cantaloupe
  • 1 c
    peeled, chopped seedless cucumber
  • 1/2 c
    minced red onion
  • 1/4 c
    minced red bell pepper
  • 1/4 c
    chopped fresh mint
  • 2 Tbsp
    finely chopped crystallized ginger
  • 1 to 2 Tbsp
    minced seeded jalapeno pepper, or to taste
  • salt and pepper, to taste

How To Make melon salsa

  • 1
    Whisk together the lime juice and sugar until sugar dissolves. Add remaining ingredients and gently toss to combine.
  • 2
    Season lightly with salt and pepper. This can be prepared up to two hours in advance. Strain before serving.
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