Description
Caprese Melon Salad with Prosciutto and Mozzarella is the perfect summer dish that balances sweetness and savory flavors. This vibrant salad combines juicy melon balls, creamy mozzarella, and salty prosciutto, all brought together with a light dressing of olive oil and vinegar. Served chilled, it’s an ideal appetizer for barbecues, picnics, or casual gatherings. The colorful presentation will wow your guests while the easy preparation lets you spend more time enjoying the sunshine. Refreshing and nutritious, this salad is a delightful way to celebrate summer’s bounty.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 small cantaloupe
- 1 small honeydew melon
- 1 cup ciliegine mozzarella
- 1/4 cup fresh basil, chopped
- 3 ounces prosciutto, sliced
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- Pineapple vinegar (or any vinegar)
- Olive oil
- Fresh cracked pepper
- Sea salt
Instructions
- Cut melons in half and use a melon baller to scoop out the flesh into balls. Place in a large salad bowl.
- Add ciliegine mozzarella, fresh basil, sliced prosciutto, and cherry tomatoes to the bowl.
- In a separate small mixing bowl, whisk together pineapple vinegar and olive oil. Season with cracked pepper and sea salt.
- Pour the dressing over the salad mixture and toss gently until all ingredients are coated.
- Chill before serving to enhance flavor.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (200g)
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 9g
- Cholesterol: 20mg