Cantaloupe Melon Salad with Burrata Cheese
Cantaloupe Melon Salad with Burrata Cheese combines cantaloupe, honeydew, watermelon, burrata, pistachios, and fresh mint in a light summer salad. It’s great for summer entertaining, fresh fruit salads, and light lunch recipes. The sweet melon pairs with creamy burrata while the pistachios add crunch and texture throughout.
Servings: 4
Calories: 288kcal
Equipment
- Melon baller
- Mixing bowls
- Whisk
- Serving bowls or plates
Ingredients
- ½ medium honeydew melon
- ½ medium cantaloupe melon
- ½ small watermelon
- 1 ball of burrata cheese
- 2 to 3 tablespoons crushed pistachios
- fresh mint leaves
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 1 tablespoon lime juice
Instructions
- Using a melon baller, scoop out balls from the honeydew, cantaloupe, and watermelon. Place the melon balls in a large mixing bowl.
- In a small bowl, whisk together honey and lime juice until well combined.
- Add the dressing to the melon balls and gently toss to coat.
- Place the burrata into the bowl with the melon.
- Sprinkle the crushed pistachios over the salad. Garnish with fresh mint leaves.
Notes
Cooking Notes
Using cold melon helps the salad stay refreshing and crisp when served. Tossing the fruit gently prevents the melon balls from breaking apart before plating.
Tips for Best Results:
- Use ripe but firm melon for the best texture.
- Chill the melon before assembling the salad.
- Add the burrata just before serving.
- Garnish with pistachios at the end to keep them crisp.
Nutrition
Calories: 288kcal | Carbohydrates: 68g | Protein: 6g | Fat: 3g | Saturated Fat: 0.4g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 0.2mg | Sodium: 55mg | Potassium: 1149mg | Fiber: 4g | Sugar: 58g | Vitamin A: 5633IU | Vitamin C: 83mg | Calcium: 61mg | Iron: 2mg
