Like salt, pepper on cantaloupe and watermelon is a wonderful way to extract more flavor.

Being not much of a cantaloupe fan myself, I figured it couldnt hurt to try.

Ingredients

2cupsseeded and cubed watermelon(from 1 [3-lb.]

peppered melon salad

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watermelon]

2cupscubed cantaloupe(from 1 [3-lb.]

Sprinkle with black pepper and Aleppo pepper; drizzle with vinegar and honey.

Toss gently to combine.

Southern Living Peppered Melon Salad on a plate to serve with salad, mac and cheese, and chicken

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Garnish with flaky sea salt and mint.

Victor Protasio, Food Stylist: Chelsea Zimmer, Prop Stylist: Christina Daley