Melonbowlswithhoneydressing Recipes

TRIPLE-MELON BOWL

Steps:

• Cut honeydew and cantaloupe into balls. Mix honeydew, cantaloupe and watermelon. Line large salad bowl or serving platter with endive. Spoon fruit mixture into bowl; refrigerate until chilled if desired.
• Just before serving, sprinkle with bacon flavor bits.

TRICOLOR MELON SALAD WITH YOGURT HONEY DRESSING

Steps:

• In a small bowl, whisk together the yogurt, honey, liqueur, if using, and the mint. Set aside.
• Scoop out the melon flesh and cut it into 1inch cubes. Combine them in a bowl or on a platter and toss together very gently until the colors are evenly distributed.
• Drizzle the dressing back and forth across the melon in a thin stream. Garnish with sprigs of mint and serve.

MELON BOWL WITH HONEY DRESSING

Steps:

• Slice top or end off watermelon. Cut a thin slice off opposite end so watermelon can sit flat. Scoop out watermelon in balls until you have 4 cups. Remove remaining watermelon to make a bowl refrigerate cut-out watermelon for another use. Cover watermelon shell and chill.In a large bowl, place 4 cups watermelon balls, honeydew and cantaloupe balls, strawberries and grapes set aside.In a small bowl, combine honey, paprika, dry mustard and salt. Stir in vinegar. Slowly whisk in oil until thick and emulsified. Stir in 2 teaspoons of the sesame seeds. Pour about 1/2 cup of the dressing over fruit in large bowl. Stir gently until well coated. Cover and chill at least 1 hour. Set remaining dressing and seeds aside.To serve, place fruit in watermelon shell. Sprinkle with remaining sesame seeds. Garnish with mint leaves. Pass remaining dressing separately.