How many servings does this recipe make?

This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

What ingredients do I need for Tangy Fruit Salad With Key Lime and Poppy Seeds (Vegan-Friendly)?

You need 7 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 8 cups melon fruit (mixture of cantaloupe, honeydew, watermelon, Tuscan melon, any heirloom varieties of melons, etc.), ¼ cup fresh key lime juice or ½ cup frozen limeade concentrate, ¼ cup- 1/3 cup honey (Try a flavored honey and remember local honey is best!), 1 teaspoon poppy seed, approximately, and more.

Is Tangy Fruit Salad With Key Lime and Poppy Seeds (Vegan-Friendly) suitable as salads?

Yes, Tangy Fruit Salad With Key Lime and Poppy Seeds (Vegan-Friendly) falls under the Salads category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

How do I store leftover Tangy Fruit Salad With Key Lime and Poppy Seeds (Vegan-Friendly)?

Keep refrigerated in an airtight container and enjoy within 1–2 days for the best freshness. Best served cold — no reheating needed.

Tangy Fruit Salad With Key Lime and Poppy Seeds (Ve

Name: Tangy Fruit Salad With Key Lime and Poppy Seeds (Vegan-Friendly)
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 8 cups melon fruit (mixture of cantaloupe, honeydew, watermelon, Tuscan melon, any heirloom varieties of melons, etc.); ¼ cup fresh key lime juice or ½ cup frozen limeade concentrate; ¼ cup- 1/3 cup honey (Try a flavored honey and remember local honey is best!); 1 teaspoon poppy seed, approximately; 3 tablespoons slivered almonds; fresh lavender flowers (my addition but optional) or of fresh mint (my addition but optional); key lime zest, if desired

Fresh, crisp and full of flavor — this Tangy Fruit Salad With Key Lime and Poppy Seeds (Vegan-Friendly) is a must-try. Made with melon fruit, fresh key …

This Tangy Fruit Salad With Key Lime and Poppy Seeds (Vegan-Friendly) relies on simple, everyday ingredients such as poppy seed, approximately, slivered almonds and key lime zest, if desired. It comes together quickly and makes 4 servings, at about 89 kcal each. The step-by-step instructions below are written to be easy to follow, even on a busy day.

It works as a light main on its own or as a starter alongside crusty bread, and it's just as good for a cozy night in as it is for feeding a crowd. Leftovers keep well, so it's a smart choice for meal prep too.

Updated Jun 30, 2026

Serves 4 Salads

Servings: persons

8 cups melon fruit (mixture of cantaloupe, honeydew, watermelon, Tuscan melon, any heirloom varieties of melons, etc.)
¼ cup fresh key lime juice or ½ cup frozen limeade concentrate
¼ cup- 1/3 cup honey (Try a flavored honey and remember local honey is best!)
1 teaspoon poppy seed, approximately
3 tablespoons slivered almonds
fresh lavender flowers (my addition but optional) or of fresh mint (my addition but optional)
key lime zest, if desired

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Servings
4 servings
Calories
89 kcal
Category
Salads

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