Emeril's Cantaloupe Proscuitto Arugula

YIELD 10 servings

INGREDIENTS

Serve with Sauvignon Blanc
Sauvignon Blanc vinegar 1/4 cup
1 tablespoon minced shallot
1/2 teaspoon minced garlic
1/2 teaspoon Dijon mustard
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
1/4 cup vegetable oil
1/4 cup olive oil
1 tablespoon chopped fresh herbs, such as basil, chives and parsley
1 cantaloupe, peeled seeded and cut into 1/2-inch dice
1/2 cup thinly sliced red onion
8 thin slices prosciutto, cut into thin strips
10 ounces fresh arugula, washed and spun dry
1 cup roughly chopped toasted Marcona almonds, or other almonds with skin removed

PREPARATION:

Method

  1. In a mixing bowl combine the vinegar, shallot, garlic, mustard, salt and pepper and whisk to combine. Combine the vegetable oil and olive oil in a measuring cup. While continuously whisking the vinegar mixture, add the oil in a slow, steady stream, until completely emulsified. Whisk in the fresh herbs and set aside as you prepare the salad.
  2. In a large bowl, combine the cantaloupe, red onion, prosciutto, arugula and almonds. Drizzle with 1/2 cup of the vinaigrette and season lightly with salt and pepper. Toss gently to combine; all ingredients should be well coated with the vinaigrette. Serve immediately.

Editor's Note

  1. Look for organic, local produce and humane prosciutto—try at your local farmers market.

  2. Learn more about sustainable food choices with our Eat Green Guide.

  3. This recipe was featured in the Divine Wine Episode of Emeril Green.

  4. WATCH VIDEO: Emeril cooks your favorite recipes.

This recipe appears in: Salads

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