Appetizer for 4
Avocado Melon Salad
Melon and avocado are tossed with a bright garlic dressing and fresh basil for a cool, no-cook salad.
$6.15for 4 servings
$1.54 per serving$6.15 for 4
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- 15 minstart to table
- Easydifficulty
- 4servings as written
- $typical cost tier
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What it costs
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| Ingredient | Amount | Cost |
|---|---|---|
| Garlic$0.75 each typical | a little | $0.08Typical price |
| Melons$3.99 each typical | 0.25 | $0.69Typical price |
| Avocados$1.29 each typical | 1 | $1.29Typical price |
| Fresh herbs (cilantro, parsley, basil)$1.49 each typical | 2.75 | $4.10Typical price |
| Total for the servings shown | $6.15 | |
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Ingredients
- 1/2 cup white wine vinegar
- 1 clove garlic
- 2 tbsp brown sugar
- 3 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil
- 1 tsp aleppo pepper or red pepper flakes
- 1/4 tsp sea salt
- 2 cups balled or cubed cantaloupe or honeydew melon
- 1 large avocado
- 11 fresh basil leaves
- flaky salt (optional)
Steps
- Mince the garlic and whisk it with vinegar, brown sugar, olive oil, pepper flakes, and sea salt.
- Cut the melon into cubes or balls and slice the avocado.
- Toss the melon and avocado gently with the dressing.
- Tear the basil leaves over the salad and fold them in.
- Finish with flaky salt if desired and serve within 15 minutes.
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