Best 2 Savory Shaved Cantaloupe Salad Recipes

Savory shaved cantaloupe salad is a refreshing and unique dish that combines the sweet flavor of cantaloupe with salty and tangy ingredients. This salad is perfect for a light lunch or dinner, and it can also be served as a side dish. The key to making a great savory cantaloupe salad is to use ripe, flavorful cantaloupe and to balance the flavors of the other ingredients. With a few simple ingredients and a little bit of time, you can create a delicious and memorable salad that will impress your friends and family.

Here are our top 2 tried and tested recipes!

SAVORY SHAVED CANTALOUPE SALAD

Savory Shaved Cantaloupe Salad image

When shopping for this salad at the market, pick heavy, aromatic cantaloupes with stem ends that yield slightly when pressed.

Provided by Claire Saffitz

Categories Bon Appétit Cantaloupe Salad Tarragon Chile Pepper Lunch Summer Breakfast Brunch

Yield Serves 4

Number Of Ingredients 4

Ingredients

1/2 medium cantaloupe
Olive oil (for drizzling)
Tarragon leaves and Aleppo-style pepper (for serving)
Flaky sea salt

Steps:

Remove rind of cantaloupe in a very thin layer with a knife; remove seeds. Cut in half and very thinly slice each piece crosswise on a mandoline or by hand to make ribbons.
Arrange cantaloupe on a platter and drizzle with oil. Top with tarragon, Aleppo-style pepper, and sea salt.

SAVORY CANTALOUPE AND FETA SALAD RECIPE - (4/5)

Savory Cantaloupe and Feta Salad Recipe - (4/5) image

Provided by Lauren_Jorgensen

Number Of Ingredients 9

Ingredients

1 tablespoon lime juice
1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
2 tablespoon olive oil
1/2 red onion, minced
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 cantaloupe, rind removed, seeded and cut into 1/2" chunks
1/2 cup feta, rough chopped
1/4 minced fresh herbs, such as basil, mint, sage, or tarragon
1 teaspoon fresh ground white pepper

Steps:

Whisk together the lime juice, balsamic, and olive oil. Add the red onion and salt. Roughly 20 minutes before serving, toss the cantaloupe, feta, and dressing in a large salad bowl. Add the fresh herbs, and finish with the ground pepper. To make ahead, simply prepare the fruit and feta, and add the dressing just before serving.

Tips:

Choose a ripe cantaloupe with a deep orange color and a sweet, fragrant smell.
Use a sharp knife to shave the cantaloupe into thin, even slices.
If you don't have a mandoline, you can use a vegetable peeler to create thin slices.
Soak the red onion in cold water for 10-15 minutes to remove some of its sharpness.
Use a light hand when adding the dressing to the salad, as you don't want to overpower the delicate flavor of the cantaloupe.
Serve the salad immediately or chill it for a few hours before serving.

Conclusion:

This savory shaved cantaloupe salad is a refreshing and unique side dish that is perfect for summer gatherings. The combination of sweet cantaloupe, salty prosciutto, and tangy red onion is perfectly balanced, and the dressing adds a delicious depth of flavor. Whether you're serving it as a side dish or a light lunch, this salad is sure to be a hit.