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Cantaloupe Caprese Salad with Prosciutto & Microgreens

Cantaloupe Caprese Salad with Prosciutto & Microgreens

20 min

· Serves 6

· Updated March 16, 2026

ChefPax Microgreens test kitchen — grown and curated in Manor, TX
Sweet cantaloupe, prosciutto, fresh mozzarella, basil, mint, and pistachios with cantaloupe microgreens — an Italian summer salad that needs no cooking.
salad
appetizer
no-cook
summer
lunch
Italian
Available Saturdays at SFC Farmers Market

South First location, 9AM–1PM. See market details →

Ingredients

  • 1 medium cantaloupe, peeled and thinly sliced or cubed

  • 6 slices prosciutto, thinly sliced

  • 1 1/2 cups mini fresh mozzarella balls

  • 1/3 cup cantaloupe microgreens

  • 1/4 cup fresh basil leaves, finely sliced

  • 1/4 cup fresh mint leaves, finely sliced

  • 1/4 cup pistachios, roughly chopped

  • 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil

  • 2 tablespoons honey

  • 1 tablespoon red wine vinegar

  • Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper

Instructions

  • 1

    Combine cantaloupe, prosciutto, mozzarella, cantaloupe microgreens, basil, mint, and pistachios in a large bowl.

  • 2

    Whisk together olive oil, honey, and red wine vinegar. Season with salt and pepper.

  • 3

    Pour dressing over the salad and toss gently to coat.

  • 4

    Taste and adjust seasoning. Serve immediately.

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