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Cantaloupe Caprese Salad

This cantaloupe Caprese salad is the perfect spring and summer salad. Sweet melon mixed with fresh mozzarella, pistachio nuts, prosciutto, fresh basil, and a drizzle of honey and olive oil.

Cantaloupe Caprese Salad on a plate.

Cantaloupe Caprese salad is a refreshing and summery twist to the traditional tomato and mozzarella Caprese salad.

This recipe combines juicy chunks of ripe cantaloupe, fresh mozzarella, prosciutto, pistachios, and fresh basil, all drizzled with olive oil, honey, and red wine vinegar dressing.

Trust me, the sweetness of the cantaloupe pairs perfectly with the creaminess of the mozzarella cheese and the saltiness of the prosciutto.

Plus the freshness of the basil really makes this salad perfect for summer!

This cantaloupe Caprese salad is the perfect appetizer or side dish for any summer picnic or BBQ.

It’s healthy and flavorful and is the perfect spin on the traditional salad options.

Cantaloupe Caprese Salad drizzled with dressing.

Ingredients for cantaloupe Caprese salad`

  • Cantaloupe
  • Prosciutto
  • Fresh mozzarella
  • Microgreens
  • Fresh basil
  • Fresh mint
  • Chopped pistachios
  • Olive oil, honey, and red wine vinegar

What to serve with Caprese salad with cantaloupe

Cantaloupe Caprese salad is a light and refreshing dish that pairs well with a variety of other summer dishes. Here are some tasty options to consider:

Cantaloupe Caprese Salad on a serving plate.

More Caprese recipes

This cantaloupe Prosciutto Caprese salad is the perfect spring and summer salad. Sweet melon mixed with fresh mozzarella, pistachio nuts, Proscuitto, fresh basil and drizzle of honey and olive oil. You're going to love this simple summer salad!

Cantaloupe Caprese Salad

Author: Brandy O’Neill – Nutmeg Nanny
This cantaloupe Prosciutto Caprese salad is the perfect spring and summer salad. Sweet melon mixed with fresh mozzarella, pistachio nuts, Prosciutto, fresh basil, and a drizzle of honey and olive oil.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings 6 servings

Ingredients

  • 1 medium-sized cantaloupe cut in half and seeds scooped out
  • 6 slices Prosciutto thinly sliced
  • 1-1/2 cup mini fresh mozzarella balls
  • 1/3 cup microgreens
  • 1/4 cup fresh basil leaves finely sliced
  • 1/4 cup fresh mint leaves finely sliced
  • 1/4 cup chopped pistachios
  • 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons honey
  • 1 tablespoon red wine vinegar
  • Kosher salt
  • Black pepper

Instructions

  • Take the peel off the cantaloupe and either thinly slice (like in the photos) or bite-size cube the cantaloupe and add it to a large mixing bowl.
  • Mix in the prosciutto, mozzarella balls, microgreens, basil leaves, mint leaves, and chopped pistachios. Toss to combine.
  • In a small bowl whisk together olive oil, honey, and red wine vinegar. Taste and season with kosher salt and black pepper.
  • Pour dressing over the salad and toss.
  • Season with more kosher salt and black pepper if needed.

Nutrition

Serving: 1g | Calories: 372kcal | Carbohydrates: 13g | Protein: 23g | Fat: 25g | Saturated Fat: 10g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 14g | Cholesterol: 68mg | Sodium: 1235mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 11g
Course Salad
Cuisine Italian
Keyword cantaloupe caprese salad, cantaloupe salad, caprese salad, prosciutto caprese salad, prosciutto salad
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Recipe Rating




Maryanne | the little epicurean

Friday 28th of April 2017

Welcome back! Glad you had a great time in Mexico. This salad looks great!

Jenny | Honey and Birch

Thursday 27th of April 2017

Yum, I almost bought a cantaloupe yesterday - now I want to run out to the store right now!

Krista

Thursday 27th of April 2017

What a creative way to use a cantaloupe! Love this for a Spring lunch!

katerina @ diethood.com

Thursday 27th of April 2017

Oh my goodness, this is such an incredible salad!!! YUM!

Dee

Wednesday 26th of April 2017

This salad sounds perfect to me, and I love those cute little mozzarella balls!

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