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Melon Salad with Ginger Dressing

By: Elsie Mauriello 
"With a hint of honey, the cool, creamy dressing complements the colorful melon and tender chicken. Family and friends will be happy to see it on your table again and again."

Prep Time:
15 Min
Cook Time:
20 Min
Ready In:
35 Min

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Original Recipe Yield 6 servings
 

Ingredients

  • DRESSING:
  • 2/3 cup mayonnaise
  • 2/3 cup sour cream
  • Juice of 1 lime
  • 2 teaspoons honey
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon pepper
  • SALAD:
  • 3 skinless, boneless chicken breast halves
  • 1 cup apple juice
  • 1 cup water
  • 1 teaspoon whole black peppercorns
  • 2 celery ribs, sliced
  • 2 cups cantaloupe balls
  • 2 cups honeydew balls
  • 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
  • Lettuce Leaves

Directions

  1. In a small bowl, combine all dressing ingredients; cover and chill. In a large covered saucepan, simmer chicken in apple juice, water and peppercorns for 20 minutes or until chicken juices run clear. Discard broth; allow chicken to cool. Slice into thin strips and place in a large bowl. Add celery, melon balls and parsley. Serve on a bed of lettuce if desired. Drizzle with dressing.
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The reviewer gave this recipe 4 stars. This recipe averages a 4.5 star rating.
Reviewed on Feb. 1, 2007 by mtnmacgrl   view full review
I am not usually big on fruit in my salad but the dressing made this really good! I didn't...

 

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