Cantaloupe and Prosciutto with Basil Oil

Gluten Free
Health score
8%
Cantaloupe and Prosciutto with Basil Oil
45 min.
4
464kcal

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Elevate your next gathering with a dish that's as sophisticated as it is simple: Cantaloupe and Prosciutto with Basil Oil. This delightful combination brings together the sweet juiciness of fresh cantaloupe and the savory, salty richness of thinly sliced prosciutto, creating a perfect balance of flavors on your palate. Topped with a vibrant basil oil and complemented by crunchy pine nuts and creamy ricotta salata or feta, this side dish promises to impress both friends and family.

Not only is this recipe gluten-free, but it also showcases the incredible versatility of cantaloupe, making it an unexpected star at your table. The aromatic basil oil is incredibly easy to whip up, adding a burst of freshness that captures the essence of summer in each bite. With just a little roasting, the pine nuts become wonderfully fragrant and nutty, enhancing the overall experience of the dish.

Ideal for a warm-weather gathering or an elegant dinner party, this Cantaloupe and Prosciutto creation is refreshing, light, and packed with flavor. Ready in just 45 minutes, it’s perfect for those who wish to enjoy gourmet cuisine without spending hours in the kitchen. So, gather your ingredients and let this exquisite dish take you on a culinary journey that showcases the beauty of simple, fresh ingredients paired harmoniously together.

Ingredients

  •  cantaloupe 
  • 0.5 cup basil fresh packed
  • 0.3 cup olive oil 
  • tablespoons pinenuts 
  • 0.5 pound pancetta thinly sliced
  • 0.3 cup pecorino crumbled

Equipment

  • bowl
  • baking sheet
  • oven
  • sieve
  • blender

Directions

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F.
  2. On a baking sheet toast pine nuts until golden, about 5 minutes, and cool. In a blender purée basil with oil until basil is minced.
  3. Pour purée through a very fine sieve into a bowl, pressing hard on solids, and discard solids.
  4. Halve and seed cantaloupe.
  5. Cut melon into 1/4-inch-thick wedges and discard rind.
  6. Spoon basil oil onto 4 plates. Arrange melon decoratively over oil and top with prosciutto.
  7. Sprinkle melon and prosciutto with pine nuts and cheese.

Nutrition Facts

Calories464kcal
Protein9.18%
Fat79.63%
Carbs11.19%

Properties

Glycemic Index
41.13
Glycemic Load
7.01
Inflammation Score
-10
Nutrition Score
15.677391269933%

Flavonoids

Apigenin
0.01mg
Luteolin
0.9mg
Kaempferol
0.1mg
Quercetin
0.01mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:464.01kcal
23.2%
Fat:41.7g
64.16%
Saturated Fat:11g
68.78%
Carbohydrates:13.19g
4.4%
Net Carbohydrates:11.86g
4.31%
Sugar:11.1g
12.34%
Cholesterol:45.33mg
15.11%
Sodium:430.26mg
18.71%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:10.81g
21.62%
Vitamin A:4916.81IU
98.34%
Manganese:0.54mg
26.91%
Vitamin K:27.17µg
25.87%
Selenium:16.03µg
22.91%
Vitamin C:15.62mg
18.94%
Vitamin E:2.76mg
18.43%
Vitamin B3:3.5mg
17.5%
Vitamin B1:0.25mg
16.36%
Phosphorus:160.03mg
16%
Zinc:1.8mg
12.02%
Vitamin B6:0.22mg
11.1%
Copper:0.22mg
11.1%
Potassium:384.03mg
10.97%
Magnesium:40.92mg
10.23%
Vitamin B2:0.13mg
7.47%
Iron:1.26mg
7.02%
Folate:24.92µg
6.23%
Vitamin B12:0.34µg
5.6%
Calcium:53.58mg
5.36%
Fiber:1.34g
5.35%
Vitamin B5:0.51mg
5.15%
Vitamin D:0.26µg
1.72%
Source:Epicurious