Corn And Cantaloupe Chopped Salad Recipes

GARDEN-FRESH CORN SALAD

Steps:

• In a large serving bowl, combine the corn, tomato, green onion, cucumber, herbs (don't skimp on the herbs!), radishes, and jalapeño.
• In a liquid measuring cup or small bowl, combine the olive oil, vinegar, garlic, salt and several twists of black pepper. Whisk until blended, then pour it over the salad. Toss to combine.
• Add most of the feta or avocado (reserve some for garnish), and gently toss. Taste, and add more vinegar for more tang (I usually add another full tablespoon), or salt for more overall flavor. Garnish with the remaining feta or avocado.
• Serve promptly, or chill for later. This salad keeps well for 3 to 4 days in the refrigerator, covered.

WATERMELON AND CANTALOUPE SALAD WITH MINT AND BASIL VINAIGRETTE

Steps:

• Scoop 2 cups each from the watermelon and the cantaloupe using a melon baller. Carve the remainder of the watermelon out and reserve shell.
• Add to a blender the chopped mint, chopped basil, lemon juice, simple syrup and amaretto. Blend until smooth.
• Add the watermelon and cantaloupe balls to the carved out watermelon half.
• Add the vinaigrette to the balls and toss to combine.
• Garnish with the mint and basil sprigs and taste.

GRILLED CANTALOUPE AND VEGETABLE SALAD (THE CHEW) RECIPE - (4.4/5)

Steps:

• Olive Oil for the grill or grill pan Prepare a gas or charcoal grill to medium-hot, or heat a stovetop cast-iron grill pan to medium-high. . Brush the grill lightly with oil Husk the corn, discarding the corn silk and husks. Grill the corn, rotating in quarter turns for 20 to 30 minutes until al the kernels are cooked and tender and some have blackened and charred. Grill the zucchini until tender, about 5 minutes per side. Grill the asparagus until tender, about 8 minutes. Grill the cantaloupe on each side until heated through and grill marks develop, 2 to 3 minutes per side. Chop the zucchini, asparagus, and melon into bite-sized pieces, and cut the corn kernels from the cob. Lay a bed of lettuce on each serving plate and top with the grilled items and the cucumbers, avocado, and tomatoes. Tear fresh basil over the top. Drizzle with the vinaigrette (about 2 tablespoons per serving). Serve the salad with fresh lemon wedges. Helpful Tips: 1. Soak corn in water for 20 to 30 minutes in the husk. It helps to infuse moisture into the kernels so that they steam while cooking and remain moist. 2. Season with pepper at the end because the high heat of grilling may cause pepper to burn, resulting in a bitter taste. 3. Make your own dressing to avoid extra sugar that typically hides in store-bought dressings.