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Summer is here! Add this refreshing melon salad for a side at your next BBQ or eat as a simple snack.

When making this recipe add equal parts, dress, and mix together.

Ingredients:

Melons (Cantaloupe and Honey Dew, cubed work well)
Sun Gold Tomatoes, halved
Cilantro, chopped
Mint, chopped
Wild Arugula
Shallots or Fried Shallot Rinds (Optional)

Dressing: (Makes quite a bit, so save some for later!)

3/4 cup Lime Juice
1 cup Fish Sauce
4 tsp Chile Paste
3 tbs Honey
3 tbs Sugar

Let melon soak in the dressing for 10 minutes before tossing in the rest of the ingredients. Mix and enjoy!