Sure, watermelon gets all the summer glory, but cantaloupe deserves its moment in the spotlight! Tanji recently appeared on KPRC 2’s Houston Life to highlight some of Houston’s creative cantaloupe-forward dishes, plus a refreshing adult slushie recipe to beat the heat. And honestly? It got us inspired. What else can we do with this sweet melon? We’ve rounded up some fun recipes to try this season, so grab a cantaloupe (or two)! In case you missed the segment, watch HERE.
Cantaloupe Salad
This crowd-pleasing salad from Luci’s Morsels pulls double duty as a fun summer dinner or a showstopping side dish. Romaine, cantaloupe, crispy bacon, red onion, mozzarella pearls, and fresh basil to top it off. Sweet, salty, creamy, crunchy — this salad has it all. Plus, the bacon, cantaloupe, and dressing can all be prepped ahead of time to make for super quick assembly.
Cantaloupe Salsa
This isn’t your average salsa! Wicked Spatula combines sweet cantaloupe with spicy jalapeño, zesty lime, and a kick of red onion for a colorful, flavor-packed combo that’s great on grilled meats, salads, burrito bowls and so much more.
Cantaloupe Sorbet
Cool down with this three-ingredient cantaloupe sorbet from What Great Grandma Ate. Blend frozen cantaloupe chunks with a squeeze of lemon (or lime) juice and maple syrup, and boom, you’ve got summer in a bowl. If you need to adjust the consistency, add water a tablespoon at a time. Garnish with fresh mint or basil for a fancy touch.
Grilled Cantaloupe
Your summer BBQ just got a major upgrade thanks to this recipe from This Healthy Table. Brush cantaloupe slices with olive oil, season with tajin, and throw them on a grill for a few minutes per side. Finish with a honey drizzle and you’ve got the easiest dish of the summer — light enough to be an appetizer, impressive enough to be a dessert!
Melon Syrup
Summer in a bottle, coming right up! This genius three-ingredient cantaloupe syrup from Veggie Desserts is endlessly versatile. You can mix it into cocktails or your favorite tea, pour it over a stack of pancakes, or try it on a dessert. And since it’s so easy to make, why not whip up an extra batch to gift to a friend?
Prosciutto e Melone
Two ingredients. Zero cooking. Maximum summer vibes. This sweet and salty appetizer from Giangi’s Kitchen is as easy as it gets — just grab your cantaloupe and prosciutto and you’re basically almost done. Pro tip: look for a tan cantaloupe with light green lines, and skip anything with brown or soft spots for the best results.
Spiced Cantaloupe Tea Loaf
Sweet, juicy cantaloupe meets warm cinnamon and ginger in this one-of-a-kind loaf from Jo Cooks. Enjoy a slice with your morning coffee or tea, and don’t be afraid to make it your own! You can fold in some chopped nuts, chocolate chips, or seeds before baking, or sprinkle them on top for a little extra something special.
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