Spicy Cantaloupe Salad

I originally saw this salad in Everyday Food magazine. I tweaked it a bit and came up with this version. If you aren't a fan of spicy food, leave out the jalapeno. This recipe makes enough for a side dish to serve with grilled chicken or fish,

Spicy Cantaloupe Salad

1 long English cucumber
1/2 canteloupe
1/2 red bell pepper
1 tsp minced fresh ginger
1/2 tsp finely chopped fresh, seeded jalapeno
Optional: 1/4 cup of pistachio nuts
2 T Thai fish sauce
2 T fresh squeezed lime juice
1 tsp brown sugar
S&P to taste

1. Cut the cucumber in half lengthwise. Scoop out seeds and thinly slice.
2. Cut melon half into 3 sections and thinly slice width-wise.
3. Cut pepper half in half and cut ribbons of red pepper.
4. Whisk together lime juice, fish sauce, and brown sugar. Add S&P to taste.
5. Toss together all ingredients and serve.