Cantaloupe Salad Insalata Di Melone
Elevate your summer dining with this vibrant Cantaloupe Salad Insalata di Melone—an irresistible fusion of sweet, savory, and creamy flavors inspired by Italian cuisine. Juicy cubes of ripe cantaloupe pair harmoniously with the saltiness of delicate prosciutto, creamy fresh bocconcini, and peppery arugula, while a drizzle of tangy balsamic glaze and zesty lemon-infused olive oil ties everything together. Finished with fragrant fresh basil, this no-cook recipe is as beautiful as it is effortless, coming together in just 15 minutes. Perfect as a refreshing appetizer, light lunch, or stunning side dish, this salad is a celebration of fresh, seasonal ingredients that epitomize Mediterranean elegance.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 whole cantaloupe (ripe)
- 100 grams prosciutto
- 200 grams fresh mozzarella balls (bocconcini)
- 2 cups arugula
- 3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
- 2 tablespoons balsamic glaze
- 10 leaves fresh basil leaves
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 0.5 teaspoons salt
- 0.25 teaspoons black pepper (freshly ground)
Instructions
Cut the cantaloupe in half and scoop out the seeds with a spoon. Slice each half into wedges, remove the rind, and chop the flesh into bite-sized cubes.
Place the cubed cantaloupe in a large serving bowl.
Gently tear the prosciutto into smaller strips and add them to the bowl with the cantaloupe.
Add the fresh mozzarella balls (bocconcini) to the bowl.
Rinse and pat dry the arugula, then scatter it over the salad.
In a small bowl, whisk together the extra-virgin olive oil, balsamic glaze, lemon juice, salt, and freshly ground black pepper until well combined.
Drizzle the dressing over the salad and toss gently to coat all the ingredients evenly.
Garnish the salad with fresh basil leaves and an additional drizzle of balsamic glaze if desired.
Serve immediately or refrigerate for up to 30 minutes to enjoy chilled.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1730 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 96.1 g | 123% | |
| Saturated Fat | 33.0 g | 165% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 3.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 190 mg | 63% | |
| Sodium | 3629 mg | 158% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 152.9 g | 56% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 14.2 g | 51% | |
| Total Sugars | 140.1 g | ||
| Protein | 76.4 g | 153% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 937 mg | 72% | |
| Iron | 7.2 mg | 40% | |
| Potassium | 4729 mg | 101% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
