Twisted Melon Pasta Salad Recipe

Name: Twisted Melon Pasta Salad
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 8 oz gemelli or rotini pasta; 1 cantaloupe melon; 1 honeydew melon; 1 cup Provolone cheese, cubed; 1/2 cup celery, diced; 1/2 cup sunflower seeds; 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped; 1/2 cup light honey mustard salad dressing; Salt and pepper to taste; 2 cups green leaf lettuce, chopped

Servings: persons

1
Cook pasta according to package directions; drain. Rinse with cold water, place in a large bowl and cover and chill in the refrigerator while the remaining ingredients are prepared.
2
Cut the melons in half, scoop out and discard the seeds. Carefully hollow out the melon flesh, leaving the shell intact. Set the shells aside. Chunk the melon into bite size pieces.
3
To the cooled pasta, add the melon, cheese, celery, sunflower seeds, and cilantro. Stir to combine. Add the dressing and toss to coat. Season to taste with salt and pepper. Add lettuce to the pasta mixture, stir to combine. Divide and serve immediately in the hollowed out melon shells. Garnish with extra cilantro.
4
If making ahead of time, prepare as above, omitting the lettuce. Cover and chill. Add lettuce and toss to coat just before serving.

606

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Swap the honey for maple syrup or agave for a slightly different but equally rich sweetness.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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

You need 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 8 oz gemelli or rotini pasta, 1 cantaloupe melon, 1 honeydew melon, 1 cup Provolone cheese, cubed, and more.

Yes, Twisted Melon Pasta Salad falls under the Pasta & Noodles category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

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

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Twisted Melon Pasta Salad

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Variations & substitutions

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