Fruit Salad in a Cantaloupe Basket

Transform your next gathering with a stunning *Fruit Salad in a Cantaloupe Basket*, a vibrant and refreshing centerpiece that’s as beautiful as it is delicious. This recipe combines naturally sweet cantaloupe, juicy strawberries, plump blueberries, succulent grapes, tangy kiwi, and tropical pineapple, all tossed in a bright orange-honey dressing and optionally garnished with fresh mint for a refreshing twist. The artistic presentation features the fruit salad nestled inside a hand-carved cantaloupe basket, making it perfect for summer parties, picnics, or brunches. With just 25 minutes of prep and no cooking required, this easy and healthy recipe is the ultimate showstopper for any occasion. Keywords: cantaloupe basket, fruit salad recipe, summer fruit salad, healthy fruit dish, no-cook recipes.

Nutriscore Rating: 80/100

Prep Time:25 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:25 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 whole cantaloupe
• 1 cup (hulled and quartered) strawberries
• 1 cup blueberries
• 1 cup (halved) grapes (seedless)
• 2 whole (peeled and diced) kiwi
• 1 cup (diced) pineapple
• 2 tablespoons orange juice
• 1 tablespoon honey
• 2 tablespoons (chopped, optional) fresh mint leaves

Directions

Step 1

Slice off a small portion of the cantaloupe’s base to allow it to sit flat on a surface. Be careful not to cut too deeply into the flesh.

Step 2

Using a marker or small knife, draw an outline of a basket handle on the top of the cantaloupe (leave about 1-2 inches of width for the handle).

Step 3

Carefully cut along the outline, removing the top two sections of the cantaloupe to create the basket shape. Ensure the handle remains intact.

Step 4

Scoop out the cantaloupe seeds and set them aside. Use a melon baller or spoon to scoop out the cantaloupe flesh, leaving about half an inch of flesh along the insides to keep the basket sturdy. Reserve the cantaloupe balls for the fruit salad.

Step 5

In a large mixing bowl, combine the cantaloupe balls, strawberries, blueberries, grapes, kiwi, and pineapple.

Step 6

In a small bowl, whisk together the orange juice and honey until well combined.

Step 7

Pour the orange-honey mixture over the fruit and gently toss to coat the fruit evenly.

Step 8

If desired, add chopped mint leaves to the fruit salad and mix gently.

Step 9

Carefully spoon the fruit salad into the cantaloupe basket, heaping it slightly over the top for an abundant presentation.

Step 10

Chill the basket in the refrigerator for 15-20 minutes before serving.

Step 11

Serve the fruit salad in the cantaloupe basket as a centerpiece, and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1818.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	885.7

Total Fat 4.8g	0%
Saturated Fat 0.6g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.9g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 319.9mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 204.8g	0%
Dietary Fiber 23.1g	0%
Total Sugars 175.1g
Protein 14.7g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 218.5mg	0%
Iron 6.4mg	0%
Potassium 2253.3mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 4.7%

Protein: 6.4%

Carbs: 88.9%