How to Make Poppy Seed Summer Salad - A Step-by-Step Guide

Poppy Seed Summer Salad is the perfect dish for a hot summer day. Packed with fresh fruits, crunchy vegetables, and a light poppy seed dressing, this salad is refreshing and satisfying.

One of the best things about this salad is its versatility. You can use whatever fruits and vegetables are in season, making it an ideal way to take advantage of the abundance of summer produce. Whether you prefer a sweet and tangy flavor profile or something more savory, this salad can be easily cust...

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Ingredients

  • ½ cantaloupe - peeled, seeded, and cut into 1/2-inch cubes
  • 2 cucumbers - peeled, seeded, and cut into 1/2-inch cubes
  • ½ small red onion, finely diced
  • 1 large stalk celery, diced
  • ⅓ cup poppy seed dressing, or more to taste
  • 3 tablespoons red wine vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon poppy seeds, or to taste (Optional)

Information

  • Prep Time: 15 mins
  • Additional Time: 2 hrs
  • Total Time: 2 hrs 15 mins
  • Servings: 8
  • Yield: 8 servings

  • Place cantaloupe and cucumbers in a colander; set a plate on top. Place a heavy object such as a large can of food on top of plate to squeeze out excess liquid from cantaloupe and cucumbers, tossing about every 30 minutes, 2 to 3 hours.
  • Transfer cantaloupe and cucumbers to a large bowl; add onion, celery, poppy seed dressing, and red wine vinegar. Toss to coat. Stir in poppy seeds.
  • Nutrition

    79 cal.

    • Total Fat: 5g
    • Saturated Fat: 1g
    • Cholesterol: 4mg
    • Sodium: 84mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 9g
    • Dietary Fiber: 1g
    • Total Sugars: 6g
    • Protein: 1g
    • Vitamin C: 15mg
    • Calcium: 20mg
    • Iron: 0mg
    • Potassium: 201mg