Cantaloupe Sopressata and Feta Salad
Bright, bold, and bursting with flavor, this Cantaloupe Sopressata and Feta Salad is a refreshing fusion of sweet, salty, and savory notes that’s perfect for any occasion. Juicy chunks of cantaloupe pair beautifully with the rich, smoky bite of sopressata, while creamy crumbled feta and peppery baby arugula create a vibrant base. A zesty homemade vinaigrette, made with extra virgin olive oil, lemon juice, and a touch of honey, ties everything together with a tangy-sweet finish. Fresh mint leaves add an aromatic, herbal touch, elevating this no-cook dish to gourmet heights in just 15 minutes. Ideal as a summer appetizer or a light side dish, this salad is as visually stunning as it is delicious—perfect for your next gathering or picnic.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 medium cantaloupe
- 120 grams sopressata
- 100 grams feta cheese
- 4 cups baby arugula
- 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon honey
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons fresh mint leaves
Instructions
Cut the cantaloupe in half and remove the seeds with a spoon. Slice off the skin and cut the flesh into bite-sized cubes or thin wedges.
Thinly slice the sopressata into small, bite-sized pieces.
Crumble the feta cheese into small chunks and set aside.
In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, honey, salt, and black pepper to make the vinaigrette.
In a large salad bowl, combine the cantaloupe, sopressata, baby arugula, and half of the fresh mint leaves (chopped or torn into small pieces).
Drizzle the vinaigrette over the salad and toss gently to coat evenly.
Add the crumbled feta cheese over the top, along with the remaining whole mint leaves for garnish.
Serve immediately as a refreshing appetizer or side dish.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1491 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 100.4 g | 129% | |
| Saturated Fat | 32.8 g | 164% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.4 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 196 mg | 65% | |
| Sodium | 4364 mg | 190% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 102.3 g | 37% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 10.2 g | 36% | |
| Total Sugars | 87.6 g | ||
| Protein | 51.2 g | 102% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.4 mcg | 2% | |
| Calcium | 810 mg | 62% | |
| Iron | 8.6 mg | 48% | |
| Potassium | 2515 mg | 54% | |
*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.
