🍽 Sarah’s Story:

I used to think grilling was just for meats and veggies — until one afternoon, my husband tossed cantaloupe slices on the grill “just to try it.” One bite later, I was hooked. The heat brings out this deep sweetness in the melon, and when you hit it with a squeeze of lime… magic. Now it’s my favorite summer side or light dessert when guests come over.

🍈 Grilled Melon with Lime

Ingredients:

• 1 small cantaloupe or honeydew, peeled, deseeded, and cut into thick wedges

• 1 tbsp olive oil or avocado oil

• 1 lime, cut into wedges

• Pinch of sea salt

• Optional: fresh mint, chili flakes, or a drizzle of honey

👩‍🍳 Instructions:

1. Preheat grill: Medium-high heat works best. Oil the grates lightly to prevent sticking.

2. Prep the melon: Brush melon wedges with a bit of oil and sprinkle lightly with salt.

3. Grill: Place melon directly on the grill grates and cook for 2–3 minutes per side, or until grill marks appear and the melon slightly softens.

4. Serve: Transfer to a plate and squeeze fresh lime juice over the top. Add mint, chili flakes, or a drizzle of honey if you like.

💡 Tips:

• Try this with watermelon or pineapple too for a tropical twist.

• Serve it chilled after grilling for a unique hot–cold contrast.

• Make it a fancy appetizer with a sprinkle of crumbled feta on top!

🥣 Nutrition (per serving):

• Calories: ~80

• Protein: 1g

• Carbs: 18g

• Sugars: 16g

• Fat: 2g

• Fiber: 2g