Green Melon, Cubanelle Peppers and Ricotta Salata

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

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Looking for a refreshing and vibrant side dish that perfectly blends flavor and nutrition? Look no further than our Green Melon, Cubanelle Peppers, and Ricotta Salata! This delightful vegetarian dish is not only gluten-free, but it’s also a feast for the eyes and the palate. The sweetness of honeydew melon pairs beautifully with the mild, almost sweet notes of cubanelle peppers, creating a harmonious balance that’s sure to impress your family and friends.

Imagine the gorgeous presentation: a colorful platter adorned with thinly sliced melon, bright green pepper rings, and the creamy texture of ricotta salata cheese, all elevated by fragrant torn basil leaves. Each bite offers a unique combination of fresh sweetness, savory saltiness, and rich creaminess, making it the perfect accompaniment to any summer meal or a delightful addition to your picnic spread.

With just a drizzle of high-quality extra-virgin olive oil and a generous sprinkle of flaky coarse sea salt, this dish is simple yet extraordinarily satisfying. Not only is it quick to prepare—ready in just 45 minutes—but it also packs a nutritional punch with low calories per serving. Whether served alongside grilled vegetables, pasta, or on its own, this quick and easy side dish is sure to become a favorite at any table. Dive into the crunch and flavor of summer with every bite!

Ingredients

  •  banana peppers small to medium
  • cup basil leaves loosely packed
  • servings flaky coarse sea salt 
  • 0.5  wedges honeydew melon 
  • servings very olive oil 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