Sweet and Salty Melon Salad with Lemongrass Vinaigrette

Elevate your summer dining with this *Sweet and Salty Melon Salad with Lemongrass Vinaigrette*, a vibrant blend of juicy cantaloupe, honeydew, and watermelon paired with crispy prosciutto, creamy feta cheese, and fragrant fresh herbs. The zesty lemongrass vinaigrette, made with lime juice, honey, and a touch of olive oil, ties everything together with a tangy, aromatic flair. Perfect as a refreshing appetizer or side dish, this quick-to-make salad is a stunning combination of sweet, salty, and savory flavors that’s as eye-catching as it is delicious. Ready in just 30 minutes, it’s a refreshing, crowd-pleasing dish ideal for picnics, barbecues, or al fresco dinners.

Nutriscore Rating: 78/100

Prep Time:25 mins

Cook Time:5 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 medium Cantaloupe or honeydew melon
• 0.5 medium Watermelon
• 4 slices Prosciutto
• 0.5 cups Feta cheese
• 0.25 cups Fresh mint
• 0.25 cups Fresh basil
• 1 stalk Lemongrass stalks
• 3 tablespoons Lime juice
• 1.5 tablespoons Honey
• 4 tablespoons Olive oil
• 0.5 teaspoons Salt
• 0.25 teaspoons Black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Slice the cantaloupe, honeydew, and watermelon in half. Scoop out the seeds from the cantaloupe and honeydew. Using a melon baller or a spoon, scoop out melon balls from all the melons. Alternatively, cut the melons into bite-sized cubes. Set aside in a large mixing bowl.

Step 2

Heat a non-stick skillet over medium heat. Add the prosciutto slices and cook for 2–3 minutes per side until crispy. Remove and place on a paper towel to drain excess grease. Once cooled, roughly crumble the prosciutto.

Step 3

Thinly slice the white part of the lemongrass stalk and add it to a small bowl. Use the back of a spoon to lightly bruise the lemongrass, releasing its aroma and oils.

Step 4

In the same bowl, combine lime juice, honey, olive oil, salt, and black pepper. Whisk vigorously until emulsified to create the lemongrass vinaigrette.

Step 5

Pour the vinaigrette over the melon in the mixing bowl. Gently toss to coat the melon evenly with the dressing.

Step 6

Transfer the dressed melon to a serving platter. Scatter crumbled feta cheese, crispy prosciutto, and roughly torn mint and basil leaves over the top.

Step 7

Serve immediately as a refreshing appetizer or side dish. Optionally, garnish with an extra drizzle of the vinaigrette and additional herbs if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(5044.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2458.3

Total Fat 86.1g	0%
Saturated Fat 21.6g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 7.1g
Cholesterol 100.0mg	0%
Sodium 3031.6mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 415.3g	0%
Dietary Fiber 25.5g	0%
Total Sugars 333.6g
Protein 53.9g	0%

Vitamin D 12IU	0%
Calcium 779.8mg	0%
Iron 19.8mg	0%
Potassium 8080.3mg	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: 29.2%

Protein: 8.1%

Carbs: 62.6%