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Photo by: Victor ProtasioGive your usual Greek salad a twist by replacing the tomatoes with cantaloupe. This deliciously sweet and savory dish comes together quickly, making it a perfect companion for grilled meats or seafood. Begin by preparing a simple vinaigrette with olive oil, white wine vinegar, salt, and pepper. Next, combine chunks of ripe cantaloupe, sliced mini seedless cucumbers, and chopped Castelvetrano olives in the vibrant dressing. Top with thick slices of feta cheese and a sprinkle of fresh mint for a refreshing and satisfying cucumber salad that’s ideal for a warm day.
Ingredients
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1/4 cup olive oil, with extra for drizzling
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2 tbsp white wine vinegar
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1 1/2 tsp kosher salt
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1 tsp freshly ground black pepper
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6 cups chopped cantaloupe (from 1 cantaloupe)
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1 lb Persian cucumbers, sliced 1/4 inch thick
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1 cup pitted Castelvetrano olives, coarsely chopped
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16 oz block feta cheese in brine, halved crosswise and sliced 1/2 inch thick
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1/4 cup fresh mint leaves
Instructions
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In a large bowl, whisk together olive oil, vinegar, salt, and pepper until well combined.
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Add cantaloupe, cucumbers, and olives, then toss to coat evenly.
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Gently fold in the feta, then toss lightly until everything is just mixed. Garnish with mint leaves and drizzle with additional oil and pepper to taste.
Nutritional Information (per serving)
| 281 | Calories |
| 21g | Fat |
| 16g | Carbs |
| 10g | Protein |
| Nutrition Facts | |
|---|---|
| Servings Per Recipe 8 | |
| Calories 281 | |
| % Daily Value * | |
| Total Fat 21g | 27% |
| Saturated Fat 10g | 49% |
| Cholesterol 50mg | 17% |
| Sodium 901mg | 39% |
| Total Carbohydrate 16g | 6% |
| Dietary Fiber 2g | 7% |
| Total Sugars 13g | |
| Protein 10g | 19% |
| Vitamin C 47mg | 52% |
| Calcium 318mg | 24% |
| Iron 2mg | 8% |
| Potassium 457mg | 10% |
*The % Daily Value (DV) tells you how much a nutrient in a food serving contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
