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Thai Melon Salad with Shrimp Recipe

Thai · Salad · 25 min total

A refreshing and vibrant Thai salad combining sweet melon, succulent shrimp, and a zesty lime dressing with fresh herbs and a spicy kick.

Ingredients

• 1 small cantaloupe or honeydew melon, peeled, seeded, and thinly sliced
• 1/2 pound cooked shrimp, peeled and deveined
• 1/4 cup fresh mint leaves, chopped
• 1/4 cup fresh cilantro leaves, chopped
• 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
• 1 tablespoon fish sauce
• 1 tablespoon palm sugar or brown sugar
• 1 red bird's eye chili, thinly sliced (optional)
• 2 tablespoons roasted peanuts, crushed
• 1 shallot, thinly sliced

Instructions

1. 1. In a small bowl, whisk together lime juice, fish sauce, and sugar until sugar dissolves to make the dressing. Stir in chili if using.
2. 2. In a large bowl, combine melon slices, shrimp, mint, cilantro, and shallot.
3. 3. Pour dressing over salad and toss gently to combine.
4. 4. Transfer to a serving platter and sprinkle with crushed peanuts. Serve immediately.

Tips

• Use ripe but firm melon for best texture.
• Adjust chili to taste; omit for a milder salad.
• Can substitute cooked chicken or tofu for shrimp.
• Best served fresh; do not refrigerate after dressing.

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