Green Melon, Cubanelle Peppers and Ricotta Salata

Vegetarian
Gluten Free
Health score
9%
Green Melon, Cubanelle Peppers and Ricotta Salata
45 min.
4
233kcal

Suggestions


If you're searching for a vibrant and refreshing side dish that encapsulates the essence of summer, look no further than this delightful creation featuring green melon, cubanelle peppers, and ricotta salata. This dish not only tantalizes the taste buds but also brings a burst of colors to your plate, making it as pleasing to the eye as it is to the palate.

The sweet, juicy honeydew melon pairs perfectly with the mild and subtly sweet flavor of cubanelle peppers, creating a harmonious balance of tastes and textures. The addition of torn basil leaves elevates the dish with a fragrant herbal note, while the creamy, slightly salty ricotta salata adds a rich and satisfying depth. Each bite is a delightful medley, making it an excellent accompaniment to grilled meats or as a stand-alone dish for a light summer meal.

This recipe is not only vegetarian and gluten-free but also incredibly easy to prepare, taking just 45 minutes from start to finish. The simple yet eye-catching presentation is sure to impress your family and friends at your next dinner party or barbecue. Embrace the flavors of the season and treat yourself to this extraordinary salad that beautifully marries sweet and savory in every mouthful!

Ingredients

  •  pepperoncini peppers small to medium
  • cup basil loosely packed
  • servings sea salt 
  • 0.5  wedges honeydew melon 
  • servings olive oil extra virgin good extra-virgin for drizzling
  • 0.3 pound pecorino thinly sliced

Equipment

  • bowl

Directions

  1. Seed and peel the melon half.
  2. Cut it in half lengthwise, then thinly slicecrosswise on a diagonal. Trim and seed the peppers, then thinly slice themcrosswise into rings.
  3. On a large platter, arrange a layer of slightly overlapping melon slices andgenerously season with crushed pinches of salt.
  4. Add layers of the peppers,basil and cheese. If layering a second round, remember to season with saltbetween the layers of melon. Crush several generous pinches of salt over thetop of the salad, then drizzle generously with oil.
  5. Serve immediately.
  6. Cubanelle peppers (sometimes labeled "Italian frying peppers") are long taperedsorts, mild and sweet. Banana peppers make a good substitute, but be sure totaste first—I prefer a sweet, not hot, pepper for this dish. (Note: banana peppersresemble their semi-fiery cousin, the Hungarian wax pepper, so it's easy to bringhome the heat when you are really looking for the sweet.)
  7. From Salads: Beyond the Bowl: Extraordinary Recipes for Everyday Eating by Mindy Fox. Text © 2012 by Mindy Fox; photographs © 2012 by Ellen Silverman. Published in 2012 by Kyle Books.

Nutrition Facts

Calories233kcal
Protein7.14%
Fat66.72%
Carbs26.14%

Properties

Glycemic Index
24.25
Glycemic Load
0.28
Inflammation Score
-5
Nutrition Score
8.8917390470919%

Flavonoids

Epigallocatechin
0.06mg
Epicatechin
0.02mg
Apigenin
0.01mg
Luteolin
0.02mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:233.42kcal
11.67%
Fat:17.96g
27.64%
Saturated Fat:4.35g
27.18%
Carbohydrates:15.83g
5.28%
Net Carbohydrates:14.29g
5.2%
Sugar:13.18g
14.65%
Cholesterol:14.46mg
4.82%
Sodium:247.57mg
10.76%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:4.33g
8.66%
Vitamin C:34.01mg
41.23%
Vitamin K:38.75µg
36.91%
Vitamin E:2.16mg
14.41%
Potassium:425.25mg
12.15%
Vitamin A:539.66IU
10.79%
Folate:39.33µg
9.83%
Vitamin B6:0.18mg
9.01%
Calcium:79.86mg
7.99%
Selenium:5.26µg
7.52%
Phosphorus:67.35mg
6.74%
Fiber:1.55g
6.18%
Manganese:0.12mg
5.96%
Magnesium:23.81mg
5.95%
Vitamin B2:0.08mg
4.81%
Vitamin B1:0.07mg
4.71%
Vitamin B3:0.81mg
4.07%
Iron:0.67mg
3.74%
Copper:0.07mg
3.62%
Zinc:0.53mg
3.56%
Vitamin B5:0.33mg
3.34%
Vitamin B12:0.1µg
1.61%
Source:Epicurious