melon cucumber tomato salad salad

Author of this recipe: Domenic Towle

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  2. Okay, so I need to create detailed steps for making this Melon Cucumber Tomato Salad. The user wants it to be over 500 characters and uses SEO-friendly formatting with relevant keywords. Hmm, where do I start?
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  4. Next, the preparation steps. Maybe start by washing and cutting all the vegetables. Then prep each fruit separately: the melon into wedges, cucumber into thin slices, tomatoes cut in half or sliced rounds, red onion thinly sliced.
  5. Then move on to making the dressing: combine lemon juice, olive oil, Dijon mustard, garlic, salt, pepper, and maybe a bit of honey for sweetness. Whisk it well.
  6. Layering is important. I think the user probably wants a colorful salad with each ingredient in layers. So start from bottom layer as melon or cucumber? Maybe let's say bottom is melon, then add tomatoes on top, then red onion, then cucumber slices, and finish with lettuce leaves at the top for texture.
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  8. Garnish with herbs or basil and serve immediately. Also, mention refrigerating tips in case they want to keep it longer.
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  17. **Melon Cucumber Tomato Salad Recipe (Step-by-Step Guide)**
  18. **Ingredients:**
  19. - 1 melon (your choice of variety)
  20. - 2 cups sliced cucumber
  21. - 4 cherry tomatoes, halved or sliced rounds
  22. - 1/4 cup red onion, thinly sliced
  23. - 1/2 cup fresh lemon juice
  24. - 1/4 cup olive oil
  25. - 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
  26. - 1 teaspoon garlic powder (optional)
  27. - Salt and pepper to taste
  28. - Fresh herbs like basil or parsley for garnish (optional)
  29. ---
  30. **Instructions:**
  31. 1. **Prepare Ingredients:**
  32. - Wash the melon, cucumber, tomatoes, and red onion thoroughly.
  33. 2. **Cut Vegetables:**
  34. - Cut melon into wedges.
  35. - Slice cucumber into thin rounds or slices.
  36. - Halve cherry tomatoes or slice them into rounds.
  37. - Thinly slice the red onion.
  38. 3. **Make Dressing:**
  39. - In a bowl, whisk together lemon juice, olive oil, Dijon mustard, garlic powder (if using), salt, and pepper until smooth.
  40. 4. **Layer Salad:**
  41. - Start with a base layer of melon wedges in a large salad bowl.
  42. - Top with cucumber slices on one side.
  43. - Arrange cherry tomatoes in a circular pattern over the cucumber.
  44. - Add red onion slices on top of the tomatoes, spreading them out evenly.
  45. 5. **Add Toppings:**
  46. - Sprinkle the salad with fresh herbs like basil or parsley for freshness and color.
  47. 6. **Assemble Bowls:**
  48. - Divide the layered salad into individual bowls if desired.
  49. - Add a sprinkle of salt and pepper to each serving as needed.
  50. 7. **Adjust Dressing:**
  51. - For extra flavor, drizzle a bit of the dressing over each bowl.
  52. 8. **Serve:**
  53. - Serve immediately for a fresh taste or refrigerate up to 2 days ahead.
  54. **Optional Enhancements:**
  55. - Tuck in a few cherry tomatoes among the melon and cucumber slices for an asymmetrical touch.
  56. - Add a side of pita chips with hummus or some olive oil for dipping.
  57. - Top with additional fresh herbs if desired.
  58. Enjoy your vibrant, flavorful Melon Cucumber Tomato Salad!

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