Melon, Mango, and Avocado Salad
Melon, Mango, and Avocado Salad might be just the hor d'oeuvre you are searching for. One serving contains 195 calories, 3g of protein, and 12g of fat. This gluten free, dairy free, paleolithic, and lacto ovo vegetarian recipe serves 6. This recipe from Allrecipes requires pepper, red wine vinegar, kosher salt, and lime juice. From preparation to the plate, this recipe takes approximately 1 hour and 30 minutes. If you like this recipe, you might also like recipes such as Melon and Mango Salad with Toasted Coconut and Pistachios, Mango, Melon and Chicken Salad (Low Sodium), and Mango, Melon and Chicken Salad (Low Sodium).
Instructions
To make pickled onions, combine the thinly sliced red onion and the red wine vinegar in a small bowl. Cover; chill for at least one hour.
Pour the orange juice into a large salad bowl.
Whisk in the olive oil and orange zest; season with 1/4 teaspoon salt, and a pinch of black pepper. Toss the cantaloupe, watermelon, and mango in the dressing. Just before serving, stir in the pickled onions and cilantro leaves.
Cut the avocados into 1/2 inch dice; place in a small bowl.
Sprinkle with the lime juice, and season with the remaining 1/4 teaspoon salt. Stir lightly to combine. Spoon an even amount of avocado into the bottom of 6 large martini or wine glasses. Top avocado with melon salad; garnish each salad with a lime slice.
Recommended wine: Chardonnay, Sauvignon Blanc, Gruener Veltliner
Chardonnay, Sauvignon Blanc, and Gruener Veltliner are my top picks for Salad. Sauvignon Blanc and Gruner Veltliner both have herby notes that complement salads with enough acid to match tart vinaigrettes, while a Chardonnay can be a good pick for creamy salad dressings.
Tom Eddy Manchester Ridge Chardonnay
The aroma is intense with many nuanced layers that marry classic California Chardonnay characteristics with a kiss of old world style. Right off the top, beautiful Chardonnay varietal notes commingle with subtle toast, understated butter cream and crisp green apple. During the ageing process, weekly lees stirring in the barrel left the palate rich and full without being flabby as the signature Manchester acidity leaves a clean and lingering finish. The French Oak barrels bestow a tinge of brown sugar that is nuanced and inviting without being overbearing. This allows for the showcasing of the superb fruit that comes from this one-of-a-kind vineyard. Cheers!