Cantaloupe Arugula Salad
Brighten up your table with this vibrant and refreshing Cantaloupe Arugula Salad, a perfect balance of sweet, salty, and savory flavors. Juicy, bite-sized cubes of ripe cantaloupe pair beautifully with peppery arugula, salty prosciutto, and creamy feta cheese, while toasted almonds add a delightful crunch. The salad is elevated with a zesty honey-lemon vinaigrette that ties all the flavors together in just 15 minutes. Whether served as a light lunch or a show-stopping side dish, this summer-inspired recipe is both simple and satisfying. Healthy and packed with fresh ingredients, it's a must-try for anyone looking for a quick, flavorful, and elegant salad.
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Ingredients
- 1 medium cantaloupe
- 5 cups arugula
- 4 slices prosciutto
- 1 cup feta cheese
- 0.3333 cup almonds
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon honey
- 0.25 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
Directions
Step 1
Cut the cantaloupe in half and scoop out the seeds. Slice into wedges, remove the rind, and cut the flesh into bite-sized cubes.
Step 2
Toast the almonds in a dry skillet over medium heat for 2-3 minutes, stirring frequently, until golden and fragrant. Set aside to cool.
Step 3
Prepare the vinaigrette by whisking together the olive oil, lemon juice, honey, salt, and black pepper in a small bowl.
Step 4
In a large salad bowl, combine the arugula, cantaloupe cubes, and crumbled feta cheese.
Step 5
Tear the prosciutto slices into smaller pieces and add them to the salad.
Step 6
Sprinkle the toasted almonds on top of the salad for added crunch.
Step 7
Drizzle the honey-lemon vinaigrette over the salad and gently toss until everything is evenly coated.
Step 8
Serve immediately and enjoy this refreshing Cantaloupe Arugula Salad.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (1418.1g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 1600.2 |
| Total Fat 107.0g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 30.7g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 7.0g | |
| Cholesterol 166.7mg | 0% |
| Sodium 3360.7mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 108.7g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 16.1g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 89.0g | |
| Protein 52.4g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 24IU | 0% |
| Calcium 1120.0mg | 0% |
| Iron 9.1mg | 0% |
| Potassium 2220.9mg | 0% |
Source of Calories