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French Charentas Melon & Baguette Salad with Crispy Prosciutto

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Prep Time 10 minutes
Course Appetizer, Breakfast, brunch, lunch, Salad, Side Dish
Servings 4

Ingredients
  

Salad

  • 1 French Charentas melon or half a cantelope melon
  • 3 slices prociutto
  • A handful of fresh basil
  • 1 demi baguette
  • 1/4 cup crushed pistachios
  • 1 cup or portion of fresh mozzarella or burrata

Dressing

  • 1/3 cup olive oil
  • 1 tbsp honey
  • Juice of one lime
  • 2 pinches of salt 
  • Pinch of black pepper

Instructions
 

  • Heat oven to 375
  • Slice melon and baguette into irregular 1" chunks. Dress baguette with olive oil and salt, bake for 10-15 minutes until browned and crispy. At the same time, place the slices of prosciutto onto a baking tray lined with parchment and place in oven until crispy. About 10 minutes Let cool
  • Make the dressing by combining all ingredients and shaking or whisking until emulsified
  • Slice the melon into irregular shapes and place into a large serving bowl. Add croutons, torn fresh basil, prosciutto, mozzarella, and top with the dressing. Mix well. I like to use my hands. Serve slightly warm or at room temp.