Melon Caprese Salad

Vegetarian
Gluten Free
Health score
8%
Melon Caprese Salad
5 min.
4
387kcal

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If you're looking for a refreshing and vibrant dish that is not only delicious but also celebrates the flavors of summer, then this Melon Caprese Salad is perfect for you! In just 5 minutes, you can whip up a stunning dish that will impress your guests and tantalize your taste buds. This vegetarian and gluten-free recipe combines the sweet juiciness of ripe cantaloupe with the creamy richness of fresh mozzarella, creating a delightful harmony of flavors and textures.

The star of this salad is the aromatic basil pesto, which you can easily blend together using just a few ingredients. The combination of fresh basil, extra-virgin olive oil, and crunchy pine nuts adds a burst of flavor that elevates the entire dish. Drizzled over the succulent cantaloupe and mozzarella, this pesto brings together the best of garden-fresh ingredients in a light, satisfying side dish, or even a main course for a sunny lunch.

As you plate these beautifully arranged cantaloupe wedges, the vibrant colors not only make for a visually stunning presentation but also promise a complex and refreshing palate experience. With a caloric breakdown that keeps it healthy and nourishing, this Melon Caprese Salad is a fantastic choice that captures the essence of seasonal eating. Whether you're hosting a casual brunch or treating yourself on a warm day, this salad is sure to become a favorite in your recipe repertoire.

Ingredients

  • cup basil leaves packed
  • 0.8 pound mozzarella cheese fresh (preferably buffalo mozzarella)
  • 0.3 cup olive oil extra-virgin
  • tablespoon pinenuts 
  • servings sea salt to taste (or )

Equipment

  • blender

Directions

  1. Combine basil, oil, pine nuts and generous pinch salt in a blender; purée until smooth. Adjust salt to taste.
  2. Cut each cantaloupe wedge crosswise in half, then, keeping narrow ends intact, make lengthwise cuts in wedges so that they fan slightly. Arrange cantaloupe wedges on serving plates. Slice cheese, then arrange over cantaloupe.
  3. Drizzle with pesto.

Nutrition Facts

Calories387kcal
Protein17.38%
Fat79.97%
Carbs2.65%

Properties

Glycemic Index
17.5
Glycemic Load
0.04
Inflammation Score
-9
Nutrition Score
11.443478262295%

Flavonoids

Apigenin
0.01mg
Luteolin
0.02mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:387.4kcal
19.37%
Fat:34.85g
53.62%
Saturated Fat:13.23g
82.71%
Carbohydrates:2.6g
0.87%
Net Carbohydrates:2.32g
0.84%
Sugar:0.95g
1.06%
Cholesterol:64.64mg
21.55%
Sodium:542.25mg
23.58%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:17.04g
34.08%
Calcium:1908.26mg
190.83%
Vitamin A:2826.88IU
56.54%
Vitamin K:35.72µg
34.02%
Manganese:0.51mg
25.47%
Vitamin E:2.46mg
16.39%
Iron:0.88mg
4.91%
Copper:0.09mg
4.46%
Magnesium:16.4mg
4.1%
Phosphorus:32.11mg
3.21%
Potassium:103.86mg
2.97%
Zinc:0.37mg
2.48%
Folate:5.78µg
1.45%
Vitamin B3:0.27mg
1.37%
Vitamin C:1.12mg
1.36%
Vitamin B1:0.02mg
1.35%
Fiber:0.28g
1.12%