1. Cantaloupe Caprese Salad
For many people, caprese salad is on repeat in the summer. This version adds in some prosciutto for a salty contrast to the sweet melon and stone fruit throughout the dish. Basil adds a fresh, herby flavor to round out the dish, or try subbing for mint. Get the recipe in the post below!
2. Cantaloupe Salsa
If you’ve tried making salsa with other fruits, like mango or pineapple, you know just how good the sweet and spicy combination can be on tacos or with tortilla chips. In this pico de gallo, cantaloupe is the star, combining with lime, cilantro, jalapeño, and a few other simple ingredients to impress your tastebuds. Recipe here!
3. Agua de Melon
When you need to beat the heat, it’s agua de melon to the rescue. This sweet, refreshing drink combines fresh, ripe cantaloupe with sweetened condensed milk and evaporated milk all over ice. For a dairy-free version, try subbing in sweetened coconut milk. Add a gorgeous garnish and enjoy sipping this beverage all summer long. Recipe here!
4. Cantaloupe Jelly
If you love the taste of cantaloupe and want to enjoy it long after summer has gone, turn your summer abundance into some jelly. This version is sugar-free, or add sugar in place of sweetener if you prefer. A little salt helps balance out the sweetness, making this a perfect addition to toast, grilled cheese, or a charcuterie spread. Recipe here!
5. Cantaloupe Skewers
No one wants to turn the oven on when the temperatures outside are pushing 100°F. Instead, these cantaloupe skewers are a fun, filling treat to make on hot days. They combine salty meat, sweet cantaloupe, and creamy mozzarella paired with salty, herby pesto. Recipe here!
6. No-Churn Cantaloupe Ice Cream
Cool ice cream, meet juicy cantaloupe. This combination is a match made in heaven for anyone looking for a sweet treat on the hottest days of the year. Best of all, this version doesn’t require an ice cream machine. Garnish with fresh fruit, a drizzle of honey, or a sprinkle of sea salt. Recipe here!
7. Cantaloupe Gazpacho
No need to turn on the stove when you have a little soup craving in the summer. Instead, enjoy a chilled version with this cantaloupe gazpacho. It’s as easy as tossing everything into a blender, chilling, and eating. Top with any number of your favorite garnishments, such as citrus zest, crumbled cheese, cantaloupe or cucumber slices, or a drizzle of chili oil for a kick. Get the recipe in the post below!