A refreshing, summer-perfect salad that lets the sweet, juicy flavor of UNS Yellow Muskmelon shine. Paired with fresh herbs and crunchy pistachios, this vibrant dish is as beautiful as it is delicious — perfect as a starter or a light side.
Ingredients
- 1 UNS Yellow Muskmelon, peeled, seeded, and shaved into ribbons with a vegetable peeler
- 1/4 cup fresh mint leaves
- 1/4 cup fresh basil leaves
- 1/4 cup shelled pistachios, roughly chopped
- 1 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil
- 1 tbsp fresh lime juice
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
Method
- In a large mixing bowl, gently toss the shaved muskmelon ribbons with fresh mint and basil.
- Drizzle with olive oil and lime juice, and season lightly with salt and pepper.
- Arrange on a serving platter and sprinkle chopped pistachios over the top.
- Serve immediately while cold and crisp.
