Fresh cubed melons and California Avocados topped with a honey and lemon drizzle and sprinkled with chile-lime seasoning create flavor that simply zings. The beautiful colors of the fresh avocados, watermelon and cantaloupe make for a beautiful presentation that is perfect for picnics and warm-weather entertaining. This Avocado, Watermelon and Cantaloupe salad is delicious alone and makes a tasty, fresh side dish alongside grilled meat.
Ingredients:
- 2 firm-ripe, Fresh California Avocados, seeded, peeled and cubed
- 2 Tbsp. fresh lemon juice, divided
- 12 oz. cubed seedless watermelon
- 12 oz. cubed cantaloupe
- 1 Tbsp. honey, or more to taste
- 1/4 tsp. chile lime seasoning or sea salt, optional
- mint leaves for garnish, optional
Instructions:
- In a bowl, pour half the lemon juice over the avocado cubes and gently toss to coat all the cubes.
- On a rectangular serving platter, arrange cubes of watermelon, cantaloupe and avocados in alternating rows.
- Combine the honey and remaining lemon juice, then drizzle over the fruit.
- Sprinkle with chile lime seasoning and mint leaves, if using, and serve.
