Caprese Melon Salad with Prosciutto and Mozzarella
Caprese Melon Salad with Prosciutto and Mozzarella is the ultimate summer dish, effortlessly blending sweetness and savoriness for a refreshing experience. This vibrant salad combines juicy cantaloupe and honeydew melon balls with creamy ciliegine mozzarella, delicate prosciutto, and fresh basil. Tossed in a light dressing of pineapple vinegar and olive oil, every bite bursts with flavor, making it an ideal choice for barbecues, potlucks, or pool parties. Not only is it quick to prepare in just 20 minutes, but its colorful presentation also makes it a hit at gatherings! Enjoy this salad as a light meal on its own or pair it with grilled proteins for a complete summer feast.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: N/A
- Total Time: 0 hours
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 small cantaloupe
- 1 small honeydew melon
- 1 cup ciliegine mozzarella
- 1/4 cup fresh basil
- 3 ounces prosciutto
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes
- 1/4 cup pineapple vinegar
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- Fresh cracked pepper, to taste
- Sea salt, to taste
Instructions
- Cut melons in half and scoop out balls using a melon baller.
- In a large bowl, combine melon balls, ciliegine mozzarella, chopped basil, prosciutto slices, and halved cherry tomatoes.
- In a small bowl, whisk together pineapple vinegar and olive oil; season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Dress the salad mixture gently until evenly coated.
- Chill until ready to serve.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (approximately 150g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 25mg