Cantaloupe and Mozzarella with Prosciutto and Basil

Gluten Free
Health score
3%
Cantaloupe and Mozzarella with Prosciutto and Basil
15 min.
6
320kcal

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Looking for a refreshing and gluten-free side dish that's not only easy to make but also packed with flavors that will delight your taste buds? Look no further! This Cantaloupe and Mozzarella with Prosciutto and Basil recipe is the perfect addition to your next gathering or dinner party. Ready in just 15 minutes, this dish serves 6 and comes in at a modest 320 calories per serving.

The star of this recipe is a delightful combination of juicy cantaloupe and creamy bocconcini mozzarella balls, dressed in a light extra-virgin olive oil and a hint of red pepper flakes for a subtly spicy kick. The dish is then artfully arranged with thinly sliced prosciutto wrapped around the edges of your serving platter, and fresh basil leaves torn and stirred into the melon mixture before being placed at the center.

Not only is this recipe gluten-free, but it also boasts a balanced caloric breakdown with 17.09% protein, 73.33% fat, and 9.58% carbs, making it a guilt-free indulgence. The presentation is as impressive as the taste, making it a standout side dish that's sure to impress your guests or satisfy your cravings for something light and delicious.

So why not give this Cantaloupe and Mozzarella with Prosciutto and Basil a try? With minimal ingredients and easy-to-follow instructions, it's a recipe that's accessible for cooks of all levels, and the result is a dish that's elegant, flavorful, and sure to be a hit. Get ready to elevate your side dishes with this simple yet stunning recipe!

Ingredients

  •  cantaloupe halved seeded
  • 0.8 pound baby mozzarella balls fresh (bite-size mozzarella balls)
  • tablespoons olive oil extra virgin extra-virgin
  • 0.3 teaspoon pepper 
  • serving coarse mustard 
  • 0.3 pound pancetta thinly sliced
  • 0.3 cup basil fresh

Equipment

  • bowl
  • melon baller

Directions

  1. With a large melon baller, scoop melon flesh into a large bowl (or cut into bite-size pieces).
  2. Add bocconcini, oil, and red-pepper flakes; season with salt and pepper and stir to combine. Arrange prosciutto along edges of a large serving platter. Stir basil into melon mixture, transfer to center of platter, and serve.

Nutrition Facts

Calories320kcal
Protein17.09%
Fat73.33%
Carbs9.58%

Properties

Glycemic Index
28.25
Glycemic Load
4.58
Inflammation Score
-9
Nutrition Score
8.2278260122175%

Flavonoids

Luteolin
0.59mg
Kaempferol
0.06mg
Quercetin
0.01mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:320.34kcal
16.02%
Fat:27.01g
41.56%
Saturated Fat:8.07g
50.45%
Carbohydrates:7.94g
2.65%
Net Carbohydrates:7.13g
2.59%
Sugar:7.27g
8.08%
Cholesterol:37.04mg
12.35%
Sodium:245.34mg
10.67%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:14.16g
28.32%
Vitamin A:3198.81IU
63.98%
Calcium:214.63mg
21.46%
Vitamin C:10.21mg
12.38%
Selenium:6.93µg
9.9%
Vitamin K:9.54µg
9.09%
Vitamin B3:1.68mg
8.38%
Vitamin B1:0.12mg
7.78%
Vitamin E:0.87mg
5.79%
Potassium:200.21mg
5.72%
Vitamin B6:0.11mg
5.39%
Phosphorus:53.64mg
5.36%
Zinc:0.72mg
4.79%
Copper:0.09mg
4.7%
Magnesium:16.15mg
4.04%
Folate:13.64µg
3.41%
Fiber:0.82g
3.27%
Iron:0.54mg
2.99%
Manganese:0.06mg
2.84%
Vitamin B2:0.05mg
2.78%
Vitamin B5:0.24mg
2.42%
Vitamin B12:0.13µg
2.1%