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Melon Mozzarella Salad with Basil
5 from 15 votes

Melon Mozzarella Salad with Basil

This Melon Mozzarella Salad combines sweet cantaloupe and honeydew melon balls with blueberries, fresh mozzarella, and basil for a refreshing mix of flavors and textures. The dressing of olive oil, white balsamic vinegar, and honey balances the sweetness and adds a subtle tang. A crunchy garnish of chopped raw cashews adds an additional layer of texture. This salad is light and colorful, ideal as a simple summer side or starter.

Prep Time
15 mins
Total Time
15 mins
Servings: 6 servings
Calories: 232 kcal
Course: Salad
Cuisine: American

Ingredients

  • 1 cantaloupe
  • 1 honeydew melon
  • 2 cups blueberries
  • 1 1/2 cups mozzarella balls
  • 1 cup basil loosely packed, fresh leaves
  • 1 1/2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1/2 tsp white balsamic vinegar
  • 1/2 tsp honey
  • salt to taste
  • black pepper to taste
  • cashews for garnish, raw, chopped

Instructions

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  1. Slice the melons in half, remove the seeds and use a melon baller to create small melon balls. Place those in a large mixing bowl. Add the blueberries, mozzarella and basil.
  2. Whisk together the olive oil, vinegar, honey and salt and pepper in a small bowl and drizzle on top of the salad. Gently stir to combine.
  3. Top with chopped cashews before serving.

Nutrition Information

Calories 232kcal (12%) Carbohydrates 34g (11%) Protein 6g (12%) Fat 9g (14%) Saturated Fat 2g (10%) Cholesterol 9mg (3%) Sodium 71mg (3%) Potassium 781mg (17%) Fiber 3g (12%) Sugar 30g (60%) Vitamin A 3455IU (69%) Vitamin C 77.6mg (86%) Calcium 120mg (12%) Iron 0.8mg (4%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 6 servings

Amount Per Serving

Calories 232

% Daily Value*

Calories 232kcal 12%
Carbohydrates 34g 11%
Protein 6g 12%
Fat 9g 14%
Saturated Fat 2g 10%
Cholesterol 9mg 3%
Sodium 71mg 3%
Potassium 781mg 17%
Fiber 3g 12%
Sugar 30g 60%
Vitamin A 3455IU 69%
Vitamin C 77.6mg 86%
Calcium 120mg 12%
Iron 0.8mg 4%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.