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Green Tomato and Honeydew Melon Salad

This vibrant green tomato and honeydew melon salad is a refreshing vegan dish that offers a sophisticated balance of flavours. By using ripe green tomato varieties rather than unripe fruit, you achieve a pleasant tanginess that perfectly complements the honeyed sweetness of the melon. The addition of toasted cumin and fresh jalapeño provides a subtle warmth, while fresh coriander adds a bright, herbal finish to every bite.

Ideal for a light summer lunch or as a unique side dish for a barbecue, this salad is as nutritious as it is beautiful. The toasted pumpkin seeds provide a satisfying crunch and a boost of healthy fats, making it a wonderful plant-based option for those seeking something different from a standard garden salad. Serve it immediately to enjoy the contrast between the crisp seeds and the juicy fruit.

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Ingredients for Green Tomato and Honeydew Melon Salad

  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin

  • 2 tablespoons raw green (hulled) pumpkin seeds (pepitas)

  • 2 tablespoons plus 1/4 teaspoons extra-virgin olive oil, divided

  • 1 tablespoon distilled white vinegar

  • 2 teaspoons finely chopped seeded fresh jalapeño

  • 675g mixed green tomatoes (not unripe), cut into 3/4-inch wedges

  • 1/2 honeydew melon, cut into 3/4-inch pieces

  • 1/4 cup packed coriander leaves

How to make Green Tomato and Honeydew Melon Salad

Toast cumin in a dry small heavy skillet over medium heat, stirring constantly, until fragrant and a shade darker, about 1 minute. Transfer to a large bowl.

Add pumpkin seeds to skillet and heat, stirring constantly, until slightly puffed (be careful not to brown them), 2 to 3 minutes. Transfer seeds to a small bowl and stir in 1/4 teaspoons oil and salt to taste.

Whisk together cumin, vinegar, chilli, 1/4 teaspoons salt, 1/8 teaspoons pepper, and remaining 2 tablespoons oil in large bowl, then gently toss with tomatoes, melon, and coriander. Sprinkle with pumpkin seeds.

Disclaimer

While every effort has been made to ensure the information is accurate and up to date, individual needs may vary and dietary requirements can differ based on personal health conditions. Always check food labels and allergen information before preparing or consuming any recipe. If you have specific health concerns, allergies, intolerances, or are following a medically prescribed diet, seek advice from your GP, pharmacist, or a registered dietitian before making significant changes to your diet or lifestyle.

Article history

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  • 16 Jan 2026 | Originally published

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    UK recipe editors

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