Melon Salad with Mozzarella and Mint
With all the tastes of summer, this Melon Mozzarella Salad with Mint is a showstopper for a picnic or backyard barbecue. Cantaloupe, mint, prosciutto, lime juice and balls of soft mozzarella come together in this colorful salad or side dish.
Servings 4 servings
Calories 206kcal
Ingredients
- 3 cups cantaloupe cut into 1-inch pieces (about 1 cantaloupe)
- ½ medium cucumber diced (about 1/2 cup)
- 8 ounces bocconcini small fresh-mozzarella balls, or fresh mozzarella cut into 1-inch cubes (about 2 cups)
- 2 to 3 slices prosciutto cut or torn into strips
- 2 tablespoons fresh-squeezed lime juice about 1 lime
- 1 pinch salt to taste
- 1 pinch pepper to taste
- ¼ cup mint leaves torn
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine cantaloupe, cucumber, fresh mozzarella, prosciutto and lime juice. Season with salt and pepper.3 cups cantaloupe, 1/2 medium cucumber, 8 ounces bocconcini, 2 to 3 slices prosciutto, 2 tablespoons fresh-squeezed lime juice, 1 pinch salt, 1 pinch pepper
- Toss with mint leaves and serve immediately. Store in an airtight container for up to 3 days.1/4 cup mint leaves
Nutrition
Serving: 1cup | Calories: 206kcal | Carbohydrates: 11g | Protein: 12g | Fat: 14g | Saturated Fat: 5g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.4g | Monounsaturated Fat: 1g | Trans Fat: 0.01g | Cholesterol: 23mg | Sodium: 114mg | Potassium: 256mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 10g | Vitamin A: 4201IU | Vitamin C: 17mg | Calcium: 225mg | Iron: 1mg
