Best 3 Cantaloupe Spinach Salad Recipes

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Escape the ordinary with a refreshing and vibrant Cantaloupe Spinach Salad, a symphony of flavors and textures that will tantalize your taste buds. This salad is not just a simple combination of ingredients; it's an explosion of colors, tastes, and textures that will leave you craving for more.

With its juicy and sweet cantaloupe, peppery arugula, tangy goat cheese, and crunchy pecans, this salad is a delightful balance of sweet and savory. Topped with a drizzle of tangy balsamic vinaigrette, this salad becomes an irresistible treat that will impress even the most discerning palate. But that's not all, this article also features a collection of other delectable recipes that are sure to satisfy any culinary craving. From a refreshing Cucumber Salad to a hearty Lentil Salad, there's something for everyone in this comprehensive guide to summer salads.

Here are our top 3 tried and tested recipes!

SPINACH CANTALOUPE SALAD WITH MINT



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Spinach salad with cantaloupe, avocado, red peppers, and mint. Truly a refreshing summer delight! Serve with crusty French bread and a lovely buttery chardonnay.

Provided by SPEARSON35

Categories     Salad     Green Salad Recipes     Spinach Salad Recipes

Time 15m

Yield 2

Number Of Ingredients 9

4 cups fresh spinach leaves
1 cup sliced cantaloupe
1 cup sliced avocado
½ cup diced red bell pepper
2 tablespoons chopped fresh mint leaves
1 tablespoon mint apple jelly
1 ½ teaspoons white wine vinegar
3 tablespoons vegetable oil
1 clove garlic, minced

Steps:

  • Divide spinach between 2 serving plates. Arrange half of the cantaloupe and half of the avocado in a circular pattern over the spinach on each plate. Sprinkle with diced red pepper and fresh mint.
  • Mix together the mint jelly, white wine vinegar, oil and garlic. Drizzle over the salads. Serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 375.8 calories, Carbohydrate 23.7 g, Fat 31.7 g, Fiber 7.7 g, Protein 4.4 g, SaturatedFat 4.8 g, Sodium 67.2 mg, Sugar 13.6 g

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.

CANTALOUPE AND SPINACH SALAD



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Number Of Ingredients 7

1 cantaloupe-medium
4 slices bacon-lean
1/2 cup cashews-unsalted, unroasted
10 ounces spinach-fresh
1/4 cup red wine vinegar
1/4 cup honey
1/4 cup oil-vegetable

Steps:

  • Cook bacon until crisp. Saute cashews until brown; set aside. Hand wash the spinach, tear into large bite-sized pieces and dry completely.
  • Cut the cantaloupe in half and remove the seeds. Cut each half into 6 equal parts. Trim off the rind.
  • Make sweet and sour dressing by placing the vinegar, honey and oil into a blender. Blend well.
  • Place two cantaloupe slices tip to tip around the outer edge of a salad plate and fill the center with a mound of spinach. Crumble bacon over the top, garnish with cashews and spoon the dressing of the salad.

Tips:

  • Choose ripe cantaloupe: A ripe cantaloupe has a deep orange color, a slightly sweet smell, and gives slightly when pressed gently.
  • Use fresh spinach: Fresh spinach has bright green leaves and no signs of wilting or yellowing.
  • Toast the walnuts: Toasting the walnuts enhances their flavor and makes them more crunchy.
  • Make the dressing ahead of time: The dressing can be made up to 2 days in advance and stored in the refrigerator.
  • Use a light hand with the dressing: A little bit of dressing goes a long way, so drizzle it over the salad just before serving.

Conclusion:

This refreshing and flavorful cantaloupe spinach salad is perfect for a light lunch or dinner. It's packed with nutrients and antioxidants, and the combination of sweet cantaloupe, tangy dressing, and crunchy walnuts makes it a delightful dish. Whether you're a seasoned salad maker or a beginner, this recipe is sure to impress. Give it a try and let us know how you like it in the comments below!

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