Minted Melon, Tomato & Prosciutto Salad

A refreshing Mediterranean-inspired salad combining sweet melon, juicy tomatoes, and savory prosciutto, all enhanced with fresh mint leaves. Perfect for any meal, this gluten-free dish offers a delightful balance of flavors and textures.

45 min total Base: 2 servings 350 cal total

Submitted by Mystery Chef AI

Ingredients

Adjust Servings2 servings

1Base: 2 servings16

Fixed ingredients: Cantaloupe melon, Cherry tomatoes, Prosciutto slices, Fresh mint leaves, Feta cheese, Olive oil, Balsamic vinegar, Honey, Salt, Black pepper — quantities stay the same regardless of serving count.

Cantaloupe melon

1 cup(fixed)

Cherry tomatoes

1 cup(fixed)

Prosciutto slices

4 slices(fixed)

Fresh mint leaves

2 tablespoons(fixed)

Feta cheese

2 tablespoons(fixed)

Olive oil

1 tablespoon(fixed)

Balsamic vinegar

1 teaspoon(fixed)

Honey

1 teaspoon(fixed)

Salt

0.25 teaspoon(fixed)

Black pepper

0.25 teaspoon(fixed)

Instructions

1. **Prepare the melon:** Cut the cantaloupe melon in half, remove the seeds, and scoop out 1 cup of melon balls using a melon baller or a spoon. If a melon baller is unavailable, cut the melon into small cubes.

2. **Prepare the tomatoes:** Wash and halve the cherry tomatoes.

3. **Prepare the prosciutto:** Tear the prosciutto slices into bite-sized pieces.

4. **Prepare the mint:** Wash and finely chop the fresh mint leaves.

5. **Prepare the feta cheese:** Crumble the feta cheese into small pieces.

6. **Assemble the salad:** In a large mixing bowl, combine the melon balls, halved cherry tomatoes, torn prosciutto pieces, chopped mint leaves, and crumbled feta cheese.

7. **Prepare the dressing:** In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, balsamic vinegar, honey, salt, and black pepper until well combined.

8. **Dress the salad:** Pour the dressing over the salad and gently toss to combine, ensuring all ingredients are evenly coated.

9. **Serve:** Divide the salad evenly between two plates or bowls and serve immediately.

10. **Optional garnish:** For an extra touch, sprinkle additional mint leaves or a drizzle of balsamic glaze over the top before serving.

💡 Chef's Tip

- For the freshest flavor, use ripe, in-season produce. - If preparing in advance, keep the dressing separate and add it just before serving to maintain the crispness of the salad. - To enhance the sweetness, consider adding a few slices of ripe watermelon or honeydew melon.

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