Summer Melon Salad with Lemon-Honey Dressing
This refreshing summer melon salad is made with cantaloupe, honeydew, and watermelon melon balls, mozzarella pearls, fresh basil, prosciutto, and a zesty lemon-honey dressing. It’s the ultimate light and flavorful summer side dish!
Equipment
- melon ball tool
Ingredients
- 1 cup cantaloupe scooped with a melon baller
- 1 cup honeydew melon scooped
- 1 cup watermelon scooped
- 1 cup mozzarella pearls aka bocconcini or ciliegine mozzarella
- 2 oz prosciutto torn
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 2 tbsp lemon juice
- 1 tsp lemon zest
- 1 tbsp honey
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- Fresh basil leaves torn (about 1/4 cup)
Let's Make It
- Use a melon baller to scoop cantaloupe, honeydew, and watermelon into bite-sized balls. Add to a large mixing bowl.
- Add mozzarella pearls and gently toss.
- In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, lemon zest, and honey until smooth.
- Sprinkle fruit mixture with salt and pepper, pour dressing over the top, and gently toss to coat.
- Top with torn prosciutto and fresh basil just before serving.
- Serve chilled.
Notes
Nutritional Info (Per Serving - Serves 6):
- Calories: 220
- Protein: 7g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Sugar: 12g
- Fat: 16g
- Fiber: 1g