Cantaloupe Caprese Salad
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.
Prep Time20 minutes mins
Total Time20 minutes mins
Course: Salad
Cuisine: Italian
Keyword: cantaloupe caprese salad, cantaloupe salad, caprese salad, prosciutto caprese salad, prosciutto salad
Servings: 6 servings
Author: Brandy O'Neill - Nutmeg Nanny
- 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
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.
Serving: 1g | Calories: 372kcal | Carbohydrates: 13g | Protein: 23g | Fat: 25g | Saturated Fat: 10g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 14g | Cholesterol: 68mg | Sodium: 1235mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 11g