Melon-and-Mozzarella Salad

Vegetarian
Gluten Free
Health score
33%
Melon-and-Mozzarella Salad
30 min.
10
233kcal

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Looking for a refreshing and vibrant addition to your summer gatherings? Look no further than this delightful Melon-and-Mozzarella Salad! This vegetarian and gluten-free dish combines succulent, juicy melons with the creamy goodness of mozzarella, creating a perfect balance of flavors and textures that will tantalize your taste buds.

In just 30 minutes, you can prepare a colorful spread that serves up to 10 people, making it an ideal choice for family picnics, barbecues, or casual soirées. With a delightful calory count of just 233 kcal per serving, this salad is a guilt-free indulgence that doesn’t skimp on flavor. Picture a beautifully layered feast of watermelon, peaches, honeydew, and vibrant berries, all brought together with a luscious Lemon-Poppy Seed Dressing.

The aromatic touch of fresh basil infuses each bite with a delightful herbal note, while vibrant garnishes like fresh raspberries and mint leaves elevate this dish to a visually stunning masterpiece that’s as impressive as it is delicious. Whether served as a side dish, starter, or light snack, this Melon-and-Mozzarella Salad promises to be a show-stopper that will leave your guests craving more. Dive into this refreshing summer favorite and elevate your entertaining game!

Ingredients

  • tablespoons basil fresh chopped
  • cups grapes green seedless cut in half
  • cups wedges honeydew melon cubed
  • oz baby mozzarella balls fresh cut in half
  • 1.5 lb peaches fresh peeled coarsely chopped
  • 0.8 cup poppy seeds 
  • 10 servings raspberries fresh
  • cups strawberries fresh sliced
  • cups watermelon cubed seeded

Equipment

  • bowl

Directions

  1. Toss first 3 ingredients with 1/4 cup Lemon-Poppy Seed Dressing.
  2. Layer watermelon, peach mixture, honeydew, berries, and grapes in a large glass trifle dish or tall glass bowl.
  3. Serve immediately, or cover and chill up to 8 hours. Toss with remaining 1/2 cup dressing just before serving.
  4. Garnish, if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Calories233kcal
Protein12.57%
Fat31.45%
Carbs55.98%

Properties

Glycemic Index
30.19
Glycemic Load
9.85
Inflammation Score
-7
Nutrition Score
16.078695608222%

Flavonoids

Cyanidin
29.49mg
Petunidin
0.23mg
Delphinidin
0.93mg
Malvidin
0.08mg
Pelargonidin
11.32mg
Peonidin
0.09mg
Catechin
5.48mg
Epigallocatechin
1.35mg
Epicatechin
3.89mg
Epicatechin 3-gallate
0.06mg
Epigallocatechin 3-gallate
0.58mg
Naringenin
0.11mg
Luteolin
0.28mg
Kaempferol
0.68mg
Myricetin
0.02mg
Quercetin
1.56mg
Gallocatechin
0.01mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:233.37kcal
11.67%
Fat:8.91g
13.71%
Saturated Fat:2.03g
12.7%
Carbohydrates:35.69g
11.9%
Net Carbohydrates:27.38g
9.96%
Sugar:24.67g
27.41%
Cholesterol:8.16mg
2.72%
Sodium:41.41mg
1.8%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:8.01g
16.02%
Vitamin C:62.23mg
75.42%
Manganese:1.18mg
59.15%
Fiber:8.32g
33.26%
Calcium:225.89mg
22.59%
Copper:0.33mg
16.62%
Potassium:576.22mg
16.46%
Magnesium:65.66mg
16.42%
Vitamin K:16.6µg
15.81%
Vitamin A:678.32IU
13.57%
Phosphorus:128.53mg
12.85%
Folate:48.96µg
12.24%
Vitamin B1:0.18mg
11.79%
Iron:1.94mg
10.8%
Vitamin B6:0.2mg
10.15%
Vitamin E:1.38mg
9.22%
Zinc:1.21mg
8.06%
Vitamin B3:1.6mg
7.98%
Vitamin B5:0.64mg
6.36%
Vitamin B2:0.1mg
6.08%
Selenium:3.49µg
4.98%
Source:My Recipes