Description
A refreshing salad combining sweet melon, savory prosciutto, and fragrant basil, perfect for a light meal or appetizer.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups of ripe melon, cubed
- 4 ounces of prosciutto, thinly sliced
- 1/4 cup of fresh basil leaves
- 1 tablespoon of olive oil
- 1 tablespoon of balsamic vinegar
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine the cubed melon and prosciutto.
- Add the fresh basil leaves to the bowl.
- Drizzle with olive oil and balsamic vinegar.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Toss gently to combine all ingredients.
- Serve immediately or chill in the refrigerator for 30 minutes before serving.
Notes
- Use a mix of different melons for added flavor and color.
- For a vegan option, substitute prosciutto with marinated tofu or omit it entirely.
- This salad pairs well with a glass of white wine.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: No-cook
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
Keywords: Melon Prosciutto Salad, refreshing salad, summer salad, basil salad