Cantaloupe and Mozzarella Caprese Salad
A refreshing Cantaloupe and Mozzarella Caprese Salad with prosciutto and herbs.
Prep Time 15 minutes mins
Total Time 15 minutes mins
Course Salad
Cuisine Italian
Servings 4 servings
Calories 396 kcal
melon baller
Mixing bowl
Small bowl
Fruits and Cheese
- 1 whole cantaloupe halved and seeded
- 8 ounces mozzarella balls pearl size
Meats and Herbs
- 8-10 slices prosciutto shredded into large pieces
- ¼ cup basil leaves thinly sliced
- ¼ cup mint leaves thinly sliced
Dressings
- 3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
- 1 ½ tablespoons honey
- 1 tablespoon white balsamic vinegar
- kosher salt to taste
- freshly ground black pepper to taste
Preparation
Use a melon baller to scoop balls from the cantaloupe halves and add to a large bowl. Add the mozzarella balls and the torn prosciutto. Sprinkle with the basil and mint leaves.
In a small bowl, whisk the olive oil, honey and white balsamic vinegar together and season with kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper. Drizzle over the cantaloupe and toss to coat. Season with more salt and pepper and additional herbs to taste.
Serving: 1saladCalories: 396kcalCarbohydrates: 19gProtein: 15gFat: 31gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gTrans Fat: 1gCholesterol: 34mgSodium: 176mgPotassium: 429mgFiber: 2gSugar: 18gVitamin A: 4872IUVitamin C: 52mgCalcium: 252mgIron: 1mg
Keyword Cantaloupe, Caprese Salad, fresh herbs, Mozzarella, prosciutto