Tag Archives: cantaloupe

Prosciutto & Melon Salad with Tamarind, Hazelnuts & Feta

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This recipe is an extension of a salad I’ve made for a very long time; cantaloupe slices wrapped in prosciutto and sometimes in a salad. For more recipes see https://cookingwithauntjuju.com/2012/02/18/melon-with-prosciutto/ and https://cookingwithauntjuju.com/2012/08/03/melon-prosciutto-and-provolone-salad-with-a-poppy-seed-dressing-two-ways/ It’s a summer ritual which appears when the melons are sweet, juicy and full of summer flavor – like now! Impress your guests … Continue reading →

Chicken Salad in a Cantaloupe Bowl

by cookingwithauntjuju.com

Fresh, tasty and juicy cantaloupe is another summer fruit that is just beginning to show up in the grocery. All I have to do is pick one up and smell it – that’s my best test! Not like the hard flesh of winter/spring without any flavor. Chicken salad served in half of a fresh cantaloupe … Continue reading →

Caprese Salad and Fruit Skewers With a Basil Vinaigrette

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With temps in the 90’s all week simple, non-cooking recipes are part of my meals alongside something grilled. These skewers filled with fresh fruit, mozzarella balls, prosciutto, cherry tomatoes and drizzled with a basil vinaigrette  are the perfect answer to a light and refreshing side. They are also a great choice for appetizers on an … Continue reading →

Grilled Fruit for Dessert

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There are many kinds of fruit that are great for grilling such as  pineapple, cantaloupe, bananas, peaches, plums and mangoes. Grilling fruit intensifies their sweetness and adds a little smokey flavor.  During the summer months the fruit is so fresh and sweet so I like to use it in as many ways as possible.  Plus … Continue reading →

Cantaloupe with Lavender Syrup

by cookingwithauntjuju.com

Normally I just like my cantaloupe plain, but once in awhile it is nice to serve it as a light dessert.  Making a simple lavender syrup makes the cantaloupe shine.

Watermelon Salsa

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This is one of the best salsas I have ever had, the fresh fruit, lime and basil makes all of the difference.  This recipe comes from the Food Network which I have adapted to my taste and is now a favorite that I am sure family and friends will enjoy.