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Caprese Melon Salad with Prosciutto and Mozzarella

A refreshing, no-cook summer salad that perfectly balances sweet melon balls, creamy fresh mozzarella, savory prosciutto, and bright cherry tomatoes.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Appetizer, Salad
Cuisine: Italian, Summer
Calories: 190
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Salad Base
  • 2 cups cantaloupe balled or cubed
  • 2 cups honeydew melon balled or cubed
  • 1 pint cherry tomatoes halved
  • 8 oz fresh mozzarella balls ciliegine or bocconcini size, drained
Meats & Accents
  • 4 oz prosciutto thinly sliced, torn into smaller pieces
  • 0.25 cup fresh basil leaves roughly chopped or thinly sliced
  • 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil high quality
  • 1 tbsp balsamic glaze optional, for drizzling
  • 0.5 tsp flaky sea salt to taste
  • 0.5 tsp black pepper freshly cracked

Equipment

  • Melon Baller
  • Large serving platter
  • Chef's knife

Method
 

  1. Using a melon baller, scoop the cantaloupe and honeydew into uniform spheres. Place them in a large mixing bowl.
  2. Add the halved cherry tomatoes and drained fresh mozzarella balls to the bowl with the melon.
  3. Drizzle lightly with 1 tablespoon of the olive oil and season with a pinch of flaky sea salt and black pepper. Toss gently to combine.
  4. Transfer the fruit and cheese mixture to a large, shallow serving platter, spreading it evenly.
  5. Tear the prosciutto slices into smaller pieces and gently fold or scrunch them, tucking them in among the melon and cheese on the platter.
  6. Scatter the fresh basil evenly over the top of the salad.
  7. Finish with a final drizzle of the remaining olive oil, balsamic glaze (if using), and more freshly cracked black pepper.
  8. Serve immediately while cold and refreshing.

Notes

Do not assemble the salad too far in advance. The salt will draw moisture out of the melon and tomatoes, and the prosciutto will become soggy. You can prep the fruit and cheese ahead of time, but wait to combine and dress until right before serving.