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Melon and Prosciutto Salad

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This melon and prosciutto salad an easy to make and delicious salad once melons are in season. It is the perfect blend of sweet and salty. Made with fresh thyme, mozzarella, and white balsamic vinegar this makes for the perfect dish for the season.
5 from 1 vote
Prep Time 20 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Course Salad
Cuisine American
Servings 8 servings
Calories 174 kcal

Equipment

  • Melon baller
  • Colander optional
  • Large mixing bowl optional
  • Serving bowl

Ingredients
 
 

  • 1 pound cantaloupe cubed or balled
  • 1 pound watermelon cubed or balled
  • 4 cups arugula
  • 4 ounces prosciutto sliced into ribbons or torn
  • 4 ounces mozzarella buffalo or ciliegne
  • 1 tablespoon thyme
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon white balsamic vinegar
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • Balsamic vinegar or glaze optional

Instructions
 

  • Cube or ball a pound of watermelon and cantaloupe and set aside. If you have time place the watermelon in a colander and large bowl and refrigerate for at least an hour.
    1 pound cantaloupe, 1 pound watermelon
  • In a serving bowl toss the arugula, salt, olive oil, thyme, and balsamic vinegar until everything is coated.
    4 cups arugula, 1 tablespoon thyme, 2 tablespoons olive oil, 1 tablespoon white balsamic vinegar, 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • Add the melon, mozzarella, and prosciutto. Toss again to combine.
    4 ounces prosciutto, 4 ounces mozzarella
  • Drizzle with additional balsamic vinegar or glaze if desired.
    Balsamic vinegar or glaze optional

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 174kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 6gFat: 13gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gTrans Fat: 0.02gCholesterol: 21mgSodium: 282mgPotassium: 236mgFiber: 1gSugar: 9gVitamin A: 2620IUVitamin C: 14mgCalcium: 101mgIron: 1mg
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Keyword 30 minute recipe, 6 steps or less, Cantaloupe, Summer Salad
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