Chilled Cantaloupe Salad With Raspberry Vinaigrette Food

CANTALOUPE SPINACH SALAD

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.

SUNNY STRAWBERRY & CANTALOUPE SALAD

Steps:

• In a large bowl, combine strawberries, cantaloupe and cheese. Drizzle with vinaigrette and toss to coat. Just before serving, gently stir in raspberries; top with sunflower kernels. If desired, sprinkle with mint.

CANTALOUPE SALAD WITH HONEY LEMON DRESSING

Steps:

• Combine the cantaloupe, cucumber, mint, and basil leaves in a large salad bowl.
• Whisk the lemon juice, extra virgin olive oil, and honey until the honey is dissolved and the dressing is smooth.
• Pour the dressing over the salad ingredients and toss until combined. Dot with fresh raspberries and serve. Alternatively, portion into bowls and then garnish with fresh raspberries.

TOSSED SALAD AND RASPBERRY VINAIGRETTE

Steps:

• For the salad: Place the salad greens in a large bowl. Mix in the cranberries, walnuts, mandarin oranges, grape tomatoes and feta.
• For the vinaigrette: Combine the raspberries, vinegars, sugar and mustard in a blender until smooth. Slowly stream in the oil until combined.
• Toss the salad with the vinaigrette before serving.

CUCUMBER MELON SALAD WITH RASPBERRY VINEGAR

Steps:

• Partially peel the cucumber so it leaves stripes of dark green for color. Cut the cucumber into bite-size pieces and put in a medium bowl.
• Cut the cantaloupe into cubes or use a melon baller. Add to the cucumber.
• Thinly slice the radishes. Add to the melon and cucumber.
• Toss the salad with the vinegar.
• Sprinkle with pepper.
• Refrigerate, covered, until chilled, about 30-60 minutes.
• Serve on salad plate over lettuce leaves.

CHILLED CANTALOUPE SOUP

Steps:

• Peel, seed, and cube the cantaloupe.
• Place cantaloupe and 1/2 cup orange juice in a blender or food processor; cover, and process until smooth. Transfer to large bowl. Stir in lime juice, cinnamon, and remaining orange juice. Cover, and refrigerate for at least one hour. Garnish with mint if desired.

BEET SALAD WITH RASPBERRY VINAIGRETTE

Steps:

• Place beets and onion in a large bowl.
• In a cup, combine oil, raspberry vinegar, balsamic vinegar, and garlic.
• Season with the salt and pepper.
• Whisk to combine.
• Pour over the beet mixture and toss well.
• Sprinkle with the chives (if using).
• Cover and refrigerate for at least 15 minutes or up to 3 days.

CHILLED CANTALOUPE SALAD WITH RASPBERRY VINAIGRETTE

Steps:

• TO MAKE THE SALAD: Cut the onion in half through the root end, then cut into 1/2 inch wedges. Cut off the core from each wedge and discard. Separate the onion wedges into individual leaves. Place in a bowl, cover with cold water, and add a handful of ice cubes. Allow to stand for 20 minutes.Cut the melon in half, scoop out the seeds, and cut into 1 inch wedges. With a small sharp knife, remove the rind from the melon flesh and cut each wedge crosswise into 1/2 inch pieces. Place the melon pieces in a large bowl add the lettuce, along with half of the basil and half of the mint. Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate until ready to use.TO MAKE THE VINAIGRETTE: In a food processor combine the remaining basil and mint with the other vinaigrette ingredients. Process until well blendedWhen ready to serve, drain the onions and pat dry with a paper towel. Add the onions to the cantaloupe mixture. Add the dressing and toss to combine. Season with a grinding of black pepper. Serve chilled.From Weber's Big Book of Grilling. Copyright © 2001 Weber-Stephen Products Co. All rights reserved. First published by Chronicle Books LLC, San Francisco, California.