Prosciutto and Melon Salad with Cantaloupe Vinaigrette

Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Low Fod Map
Health score
9%
Prosciutto and Melon Salad with Cantaloupe Vinaigrette
10 min.
8
175kcal

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Looking for a refreshing and elegant dish that captures the essence of summer? Look no further than this delightful Prosciutto and Melon Salad with Cantaloupe Vinaigrette! This vibrant salad is not only visually appealing but also offers a perfect balance of flavors that will tantalize your taste buds.

Imagine tender arugula leaves kissed by a light drizzle of homemade cantaloupe vinaigrette, complemented by the sweet and juicy slices of cantaloupe and honeydew melons. The addition of delicately rich prosciutto adds a savory note that perfectly contrasts with the fruity freshness of the melons. This salad is a true celebration of seasonal produce, making it an ideal choice for any occasion—be it a casual summer BBQ, an elegant dinner party, or a light appetizer before the main course.

Not only is this dish gluten-free and dairy-free, but it also adheres to low FODMAP dietary guidelines, making it a versatile choice for a variety of dietary needs without sacrificing flavor. Ready in just 10 minutes, this Prosciutto and Melon Salad is the epitome of effortless sophistication in the kitchen. So gather your ingredients, and treat yourself and your guests to a delightful side dish that’s as nutritious as it is delicious!

Ingredients

  • 12 cups arugula leaves 
  • 0.5 teaspoon pepper black freshly ground
  • teaspoons canola oil 
  • medium cantaloupe peeled seeded cut into 24 slices
  • cup cantaloupe cubed ()
  • medium wedges honeydew melon peeled seeded cut into 24 slices
  • ounces pancetta very thin
  • tablespoons rice vinegar 
  • 0.1 teaspoon salt 
  • teaspoon sugar 

Equipment

  • food processor

Directions

  1. Combine first 5 ingredients in a food processor; process until smooth.
  2. Place 1 1/2 cups arugula on each of 8 salad plates. Top each serving with 3 honeydew slices, 3 cantaloupe slices, and 1 prosciutto slice.
  3. Drizzle each serving with about 1 tablespoon dressing; sprinkle evenly with pepper.

Nutrition Facts

Calories175kcal
Protein9%
Fat39.9%
Carbs51.1%

Properties

Glycemic Index
39.89
Glycemic Load
4.98
Inflammation Score
-10
Nutrition Score
14.066521893377%

Flavonoids

Epigallocatechin
0.06mg
Epicatechin
0.02mg
Luteolin
0.57mg
Isorhamnetin
1.29mg
Kaempferol
10.53mg
Quercetin
2.38mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:175.11kcal
8.76%
Fat:8.21g
12.64%
Saturated Fat:2.17g
13.54%
Carbohydrates:23.66g
7.89%
Net Carbohydrates:21.16g
7.69%
Sugar:21.12g
23.47%
Cholesterol:9.36mg
3.12%
Sodium:193.88mg
8.43%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:4.17g
8.34%
Vitamin A:3807.81IU
76.16%
Vitamin C:43mg
52.12%
Vitamin K:41.37µg
39.4%
Potassium:645.05mg
18.43%
Folate:71.98µg
18%
Vitamin B6:0.24mg
11.82%
Magnesium:43.63mg
10.91%
Vitamin B1:0.16mg
10.46%
Fiber:2.5g
10.01%
Manganese:0.2mg
9.79%
Vitamin B3:1.95mg
9.75%
Selenium:5.6µg
8%
Copper:0.14mg
7.24%
Phosphorus:69.1mg
6.91%
Calcium:67.14mg
6.71%
Iron:1.12mg
6.22%
Zinc:0.85mg
5.64%
Vitamin B5:0.55mg
5.53%
Vitamin B2:0.08mg
4.75%
Vitamin E:0.62mg
4.12%
Vitamin B12:0.07µg
1.18%
Source:My Recipes