Peppery Cantaloupe Cubes Food

CANTALOUPE WITH JAMON

Steps:

• For the Vinaigrette:.
• Pour vinegar into a small bowl. Gradually whisk in the olive oil. Season with salt, to taste. Set aside.
• For the Cantaloupe:.
• Cut each melon quarter into 4 long wedges. Partially cut the melon on each wedge into 4 or 5 sections (do not cut through peel). This can be done up to 2 hours ahead of time.
• Slide the ham slices into each cut in the melon wedges. Arrange the melon wedges onto a large platter. Drizzle with the vinaigrette, sprinkle with the chives.

CANTALOUPE AND GREENS WITH BALSAMIC DRESSING

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.

CANTALOUPE WITH HONEY GINGER DRESSING

Steps:

• In a small bowl combine sauce ingredients and heat for 30 seconds in the microwave; set aside to cool.
• Place fruit in a mixing bowl, top with dressing and mix well.
• Serve alone or with vanilla ice cream.

SAVOURY CANTALOUPE SALAD

Steps:

• Season melon cubes.
• Add vinegar.
• Garnish with salami and chives.
• Spread cheese on bread and serve alongside.