Best 13 Cantaloupe And Spinach Salad Recipes

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Are you seeking a refreshing and delightful salad recipe that combines the sweetness of cantaloupe with the vibrant nutrition of spinach? For those who relish the flavors of summer and crave a healthy and satisfying meal, this article has the perfect answer: a tantalizing cantaloupe and spinach salad recipe. Packed with essential vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants, this salad is not only a culinary delight but also a nourishing treat for your body. With minimal preparation and a symphony of flavors, get ready to embark on a culinary journey that will leave your taste buds craving more.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

SPINACH & CANTALOUPE SALAD WITH RASPBERRY VINAIGRETTE



Spinach & Cantaloupe Salad with Raspberry Vinaigrette image

Spinach & Cantaloupe Salad with Raspberry Vinaigrette

Provided by Chef Danielle

Categories     Recipes

Number Of Ingredients 10

6 cups baby spinach
2 cups cubed canteloupe or use a melon baller to create rounds
1 pint blackberries, rinsed and patted dry
¼ cup toasted pecans, finely chopped
¼ cup crumbled goat cheese
For Dressing:
2 tablespoons raspberry vinegar
1 teaspoon honey
3 tablespoons olive oil
Salt and pepper, to taste

Steps:

  • Prepare the dressing:
  • Whisk the vinegar, honey and olive oil together in a small bowl. Season the dressing with salt and pepper and set aside.
  • Toss the greens, cantaloupe and blackberries together in a large bowl. Pour the vinaigrette over the salad and toss until evenly coated. Arrange salad on plates and sprinkle with pecans and goat cheese. Serve immediately.

BABY SPINACH AND WATERMELON SALAD WITH FETA AND PISTACHIOS



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Provided by Jeff Mauro, host of Sandwich King

Categories     side-dish

Time 10m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 10

1/3 cup olive oil
1/4 cup red wine vinegar
1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
1 teaspoon honey
1 teaspoon dried oregano
Kosher salt and freshly cracked black pepper
1 cup crumbled feta
1/2 cup toasted pistachios, roughly chopped
8 cups baby spinach
2 cups cubed watermelon

Steps:

  • For the oregano vinaigrette: In a medium bowl, whisk together the olive oil, vinegar, Dijon, honey, dried oregano and some salt and pepper to combine.
  • For the salad: Set aside 2 tablespoons each of the feta and pistachios for serving, then add the remaining feta and pistachios to a large bowl. Add the spinach and watermelon, drizzle over the dressing and toss to coat. Transfer to a serving bowl and garnish with the reserved feta and pistachios.

STRAWBERRY, CUCUMBER AND MELON SALAD



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Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Time 40m

Yield 6 to 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 9

1/4 small red onion, thinly sliced
1 pound strawberries, hulled and quartered
1 English cucumber, chopped
1/2 small cantaloupe, peeled and chopped (about 2 1/2 cups)
2/3 cup fresh dill, chopped
Kosher salt and freshly ground pepper
4 cups baby spinach (about 4 ounces)
1/3 cup mustard vinaigrette (see directions)
Soak the red onion in cold water, 10 minutes; drain and pat dry.

Steps:

  • Combine the onion, strawberries, cucumber, cantaloupe and dill in a large bowl. Season with salt and pepper and toss to combine. Let stand until the cucumber is juicy, about 10 minutes.
  • Add the spinach and vinaigrette to the bowl, season with salt and pepper, and toss to coat.
  • Whisk 1/4 cup white wine vinegar, 1 tablespoon dijon mustard, 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt and a few grinds of pepper in a bowl. Slowly drizzle in 2/3 cup olive oil, whisking constantly, until thick and smooth. Add more salt and pepper to taste. (Makes about 1 cup.)

WATERMELON AND SPINACH SALAD



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Summer's the perfect time to toss up this watermelon salad. You'd never expect it, but spinach is awesome here. Eat it and feel cool on even the hottest days. -Marjorie Au, Honolulu, Hawaii

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 30m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 16

1/4 cup rice vinegar or white wine vinegar
1 tablespoon grated lime zest
2 tablespoons lime juice
2 tablespoons canola oil
4 teaspoons minced fresh gingerroot
2 garlic cloves, minced
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon sugar
1/4 teaspoon pepper
SALAD:
4 cups fresh baby spinach or arugula
3 cups cubed seedless watermelon
2 cups cubed cantaloupe
2 cups cubed English cucumber
1/2 cup chopped fresh cilantro
2 green onions, chopped

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, whisk the first nine ingredients. In a large bowl, combine salad ingredients. Drizzle with dressing and toss to coat; serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 84 calories, Fat 4g fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 288mg sodium, Carbohydrate 13g carbohydrate (10g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 1g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

STRAWBERRY-MELON-SPINACH SALAD



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10 minutes to the table! A sweet citrus dressing complements fruity spinach salad.

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Side Dish

Time 10m

Yield 16

Number Of Ingredients 8

1/4 cup orange juice
1/4 cup honey
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
2 teaspoons Dijon mustard
12 cups bite-size pieces spinach
2 cups sliced strawberries
2 cups cubed cantaloupe
6 medium green onions, sliced (6 tablespoons)

Steps:

  • In tightly covered container, shake all dressing ingredients.
  • In very large bowl, toss all salad ingredients with dressing.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 60, Carbohydrate 9 g, Cholesterol 0 mg, Fat 1/2, Fiber 1 g, Protein 1 g, SaturatedFat 0 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 35 mg, Sugar 8 g, TransFat 0 g

STRAWBERRY-MELON SPINACH SALAD



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Pick up spinach leaves and green onions in the produce department, then swing by the deli for melon and strawberries. Add our Orange-Honey Dressing, and voilà--instant salad!

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Side Dish

Time 10m

Yield 16

Number Of Ingredients 5

Orange-Honey Dressing
12 cups bite-size pieces fresh spinach
2 cups sliced strawberries (1 pint)
2 cups cubed cantaloupe
6 medium green onions, sliced (6 tablespoons)

Steps:

  • Make Orange-Honey Dressing.
  • Toss remaining ingredients with dressing.

Nutrition Facts : Cholesterol 0 mg, ServingSize 1 Serving

HONEYDEW, CANTALOUPE AND PROSCIUTTO SALAD



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Provided by Jennifer Iserloh

Categories     Salad     Appetizer     Fourth of July     Backyard BBQ     Dinner     Lunch     Melon     Cantaloupe     Honeydew     Summer     Shower     Healthy     Prosciutto     Self     Wheat/Gluten-Free     Peanut Free     Soy Free

Yield Makes 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 10

Vegetable oil cooking spray
2 slices prosciutto, fat trimmed from edges
1 tablespoon 2 percent plain Greek yogurt
1 tablespoon reduced-fat mayonnaise
2 teaspoons honey
Zest and juice of 1 lemon
1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
1/2 ripe honeydew melon, cut into thin strips (with a peeler) or scooped into balls
1/2 ripe cantaloupe, cut into thin strips (with a peeler) or scooped into balls
1/4 cup fresh basil, torn or thinly sliced

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 400°F. Coat a baking sheet with cooking spray. Place prosciutto slices 4 inches apart on baking sheet; cook until crisp, 8 to 10 minutes. Transfer to a plate lined with a paper towel. Whisk yogurt, mayonnaise, honey, zest, juice and pepper in a bowl until smooth. Add honeydew and cantaloupe; toss to combine; divide among 4 bowls. Crumble prosciutto; sprinkle it and basil over salad. Serve immediately.

AVOCADO AND CANTALOUPE SALAD WITH CREAMY FRENCH DRESSING



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This is a yummy and easy salad. I used to love grapefruit and avocado salad, but can't eat grapefruit anymore and cantaloupe is a lovely substitute!

Provided by nancy

Categories     Salad     Green Salad Recipes

Time 30m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 13

2 tablespoons white sugar
2 teaspoons paprika
¼ teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon dry mustard powder
3 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
1 clove garlic, minced
1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
1 pinch cayenne pepper
¾ cup vegetable oil
6 cups baby arugula leaves
¼ cantaloupe - peeled, seeded, and cubed
1 avocado - peeled, pitted, and cubed
½ cup toasted slivered almonds

Steps:

  • Whisk the sugar, paprika, salt, mustard, vinegar, garlic, Worcestershire sauce, and cayenne pepper together in a mixing bowl. Slowly drizzle in the vegetable oil while whisking rapidly until the salad dressing is thick and creamy.
  • Place the arugula leaves into a salad bowl, and sprinkle with the cantaloupe and avocado pieces. Drizzle with the salad dressing, then sprinkle with toasted almonds to serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 576.1 calories, Carbohydrate 18.4 g, Fat 55.6 g, Fiber 5.9 g, Protein 5.2 g, SaturatedFat 8 g, Sodium 178.9 mg, Sugar 10.6 g

SPINACH CANTALOUPE SALAD



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Provided by Merrill B.

Categories     Salad

Number Of Ingredients 9

4 cups baby spinach
1 cup cantaloupe (diced)
1 cup avocado (diced)
1/2 cup fresh red bell pepper (diced)
2 tbsp Messina Hof Jalopeno Blush Jelly
1 1/2 tsp rice wine vineagar
3 tsp vegetable oil
1 clove fresh shallot (minced)
salt & pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Divide the spinach between two plates
  • Divide the cantaloupe/ avocado/ red bell peppers and sprinkle over the spinach
  • Sprinkle the mint over the salad
  • In a small bowl whisk, together the jalapeno jelly, vinegar, oil, shallot, and salt and pepper
  • Drizzle over the salad and serve

CANTALOUPE SPINACH SALAD



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Make and share this Cantaloupe Spinach Salad recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Dancer

Categories     Melons

Time 15m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 4

2 large cantaloupe
6 cups torn fresh spinach leaves
1/2 cup pistachios or 1/2 cup sliced almonds
raspberry vinaigrette dressing

Steps:

  • Cut cantaloupe into 24 slices.
  • Arrange cantaloupe around the plate with the ends touching.
  • Separate the spinach on the plates.
  • Sprinkle with the nuts.
  • Serve with raspberry vinaigrette.

CHICKEN-MELON SPINACH SALAD



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"This hearty salad is nutritious, and the combination of colors and flavors mix really well." It's ideal for hot summer nights! Lorie Fritsch - Dublin, California

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 30m

Yield 5 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 14

4 cups fresh baby spinach
2-1/2 cups cubed cantaloupe
2 cups cubed cooked chicken
1 medium sweet red pepper, chopped
1 medium ripe avocado, peeled and cubed
1/4 cup chopped onion
SALAD DRESSING:
2 tablespoons plus 1-1/2 teaspoons canola oil
4-1/2 teaspoons sugar
4-1/2 teaspoons cider vinegar
4-1/2 teaspoons ketchup
1/2 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
1/4 teaspoon salt
2 tablespoons salted soy nuts

Steps:

  • In a large salad bowl, combine the first six ingredients. In a small bowl, whisk the oil, sugar, vinegar, ketchup, Worcestershire and salt. Pour over salad; toss to coat. Sprinkle with soy nuts. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 302 calories, Fat 17g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 50mg cholesterol, Sodium 268mg sodium, Carbohydrate 19g carbohydrate (13g sugars, Fiber 5g fiber), Protein 20g protein.

CANTALOUPE AND GREENS WITH BALSAMIC DRESSING



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This Tasty salad is made with cantaloupe balls, lettuce and a balsamic dressing. Diced prosciutto or other meats can be added for a hardier salad. Dressing is also good served warm over a spinach salad. Makes a great marinade for shellfish or poultry.

Provided by Barb G.

Categories     Melons

Time 22m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

6 cups lettuce leaves, baby greens,spring mix
1/4 cup minced red onion
1/4 cup pine nuts, toasted
2 cups cantaloupe, balls or cubes
fresh coarse ground black pepper
1/2 cup olive oil
1/4 cup diced onion
1/4 cup balsamic vinegar
2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
2 tablespoons brown sugar

Steps:

  • Prepare salad dressing; In a small saucepan over low heat, heat the 1/2 olive oil and add 1/4 cup onions.
  • Cook about 10 minutes or until onions are transparent and lightly golden.
  • Remove onion from oil with slotted spoon.
  • Increase heat to mediun-high.
  • Add 1/4 cup balsamic vinegar and the 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar and bring to a boil.
  • Boil 1 minute.
  • Carefully add the 2 tablespoons brown sugar (It may splatter) Boil one minute more,Add 1/2 the onions.
  • (Save remaining for another use.) Cool and store dressing in Refrigerator until ready to use.
  • In a large Salad bowl, mix greens, onion and cantaloupe balls or cubes.
  • Add dressing a little at a time and toss.
  • Add pepper and enjoy.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 190.2, Fat 16.5, SaturatedFat 2.1, Sodium 17.8, Carbohydrate 10.3, Fiber 1, Sugar 8.5, Protein 1.4

SPRINGTIME HAM AND SPINACH SALAD



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Enjoy the mouthwatering ham leftover from Easter brunch in this fresh and delicious tasting spinach salad.

Provided by 2DIDI

Categories     Salad     Green Salad Recipes     Spinach Salad Recipes

Time 15m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 10

3 tablespoons olive oil
2 tablespoons orange juice
2 teaspoons raspberry vinegar
1 teaspoon coarse grained prepared mustard
ground black pepper to taste
3 cups cooked ham, cubed
8 cups baby spinach, rinsed and dried
1 cup diced cantaloupe
½ cup diced peaches, drained
1 red onion, thinly sliced

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, whisk together the oil, juice, vinegar, mustard and pepper.
  • In a large bowl, toss together the ham, spinach, cantaloupe, peaches and onion. Pour dressing over all and toss to coat. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 263.4 calories, Carbohydrate 8.1 g, Cholesterol 37.8 mg, Fat 19.5 g, Fiber 1.7 g, Protein 14.3 g, SaturatedFat 5.4 g, Sodium 918.7 mg, Sugar 5.2 g

Tips:

  • Select ripe cantaloupe: Look for melons with a deep orange color, a slightly sweet aroma, and no bruises or soft spots.
  • Choose young spinach: Select spinach leaves that are vibrant green, tender, and free from wilting or yellowing.
  • Toast nuts for added flavor: Toasting nuts enhances their flavor and adds a crunchy texture to the salad.
  • Use a light dressing: A simple vinaigrette or a drizzle of olive oil and lemon juice is a good choice for this salad.
  • Add crumbled cheese for extra flavor: Feta, goat cheese, or Parmesan cheese can add a salty and tangy flavor to the salad.
  • Serve immediately: Cantaloupe and spinach salad is best served fresh, as the cantaloupe and spinach can become watery if they sit for too long.

Conclusion:

Cantaloupe and spinach salad is a refreshing and flavorful dish that is perfect for a light lunch or a side dish. With its sweet and juicy cantaloupe, tender spinach leaves, crunchy nuts, and tangy dressing, this salad is a delightful combination of flavors and textures. Whether you are looking for a healthy and nutritious meal or a simple and delicious side dish, cantaloupe and spinach salad is a great choice.

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