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Cantaloupe salsa

Recipe Information

Description:
Cantaloupe salsa is a delicious American recipe usually served as a appetizer. It requires about 25 minutes of prep time and about 0 minutes of cooking time for a combined total time of 25 minutes. The overall cooking skill level is considered easy. This recipe will yield 4 servings if prepared as directed.
Servings 4
Preparation Time 25 Minutes
Cook Time 0 Minutes
Total Time 25 Minutes
Difficulty Easy
Main Ingredient Cantaloupe
Category Fruit
Meal Brunch; Lunch; Dinner; Snack
Type Appetizer; Side Dish
Subtype Dip/Spread; Salsa; Condiment
Cuisine American; Mexican
Diet

Ingredients

  • 1/2 large ripe cantaloupe

  • 3/4 cup red bell pepper, finely diced

  • 1/4 cup cilantro, finely chopped

  • 3 tablespoons scallions, finely chopped

  • Juice of 1 lime

  • Pinch of salt and red pepper flakes

Directions

  • Cut off the cantaloupe rind and scoop out the seeds. Finely dice the cantaloupe.

  • Combine the finely diced cantaloupe, finely diced red bell pepper, finely chopped cilantro, and finally chopped scallions in a large mixing bowl. Add the lime juice, pinch of salt, and pinch of pepper flakes.

  • Stir all the ingredients until well combined. This salsa may be served as a side or topping with chicken, fish, or steak as well as with chips.

Nutrition (per serving)

  • Calories: 45 cal

  • Total fat: 0g

  • Saturated fat: 0g

  • Monounsaturated fat: 0g

  • Cholesterol: 0mg

  • Sodium: 90mg

  • Carbohydrate: 11g

  • Fiber: 2g

  • Sugar: 9g

  • Protein: 1g