Cantaloupe Salad (Glazed with Maple & Cinnamon)

June 1, 2021
Cantaloupe Salad Glazed with Maple & Cinnamon ~ it's one very simple, surprisingly delicious, amazingly tasty little fruit salad.

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Cantaloupe Salad with Maple & Cinnamon is one of those recipes that is so simple -- yet when the ingredients come together, the flavor result is simply stunning.

Now, I know what you're probably thinking.  You're probably thinking -- cantaloupe with cinnamon?  And maple?? But it's a flavor combination that, surprisingly, really works.  Actually not only does it work, but cantaloupe bathed in a layer of pure maple syrup and speckled with ground cinnamon is absolutely fantastic.

And then the fantastic flavor combination of this fruit salad gets brightened even more by a small shot of fresh lemon juice.

Cantaloupe Salad is one of those recipes that is so simple -- yet when the ingredients come together, the flavor result is simply stunning.

Now I know you may be tempted to leave one of these three simple ingredients out.  And you know what? -- You can.  Even with just one or two of the glaze ingredients, this cantaloupe salad will still be quite tasty.

How do I know? Because we've tried it, of course.

I can truly say cantaloupe salad sprinkled simply with ground cinnamon is quite tasty.  Then add the pure maple syrup? -- And it's even better.

Then add a small shot of fresh lemon juice to brighten and bring out the maple and cinnamon flavors even more? -- And it's stunning flavor, indeed. Simply stunning.

So for one very simple, surprisingly delicious, amazingly tasty little fruit salad, whip up this Glazed Cantaloupe Salad with maple and cinnamon. It's just perfect for jazzing up that juicy fresh cantaloupe.
 
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Glazed Cantaloupe Salad Ingredients:

This simple cantaloupe salad takes just 5 ingredients to make. To whip up a bowl, you'll need:
  • Fresh cantaloupe - One fresh cantaloupe melon, cubed, creates the base of the salad.

  • Red grapes - Seedless red grapes combine beautifully with the cantaloupe, adding a nice pop of sweetness.

  • Maple syrup - Serves as the base of the cantaloupe salad glaze. Use 100% pure maple syrup, not the fake stuff.

  • Ground cinnamon - A touch of ground cinnamon brings fabulous flavor to the glaze.

  • Fresh lemon juice - Brightens and enhances the maple and cinnamon flavors of the salad's glaze.

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How to Make Glazed Cantaloupe Salad:

To make Glazed Cantaloupe Salad, start by preparing the glaze.  In a large bowl, whisk together some pure maple syrup, a bit of fresh lemon juice, and some ground cinnamon.

Cut a cantaloupe into cubes and add it to the bowl with the prepared glaze. Then, add in some seedless red grapes.  If the grapes are on the small side, leave them whole. If they're big, you may want to cut them in halves.

Gently toss the fruit and glaze together, making sure to get all the cantaloupe and grapes coated in glaze. Then, you're good to go! Serve the cantaloupe salad immediately, or refrigerate it for about 30 minutes to 1 hour before serving. 

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Don't let this recipe's simplicity (and potentially odd-sounding flavor combination) fool you. -- Cantaloupe Salad with Maple & Cinnamon is one very simple, surprisingly delicious, amazingly tasty little fruit salad.

Give it a try and see. We think you'll be happily surprised with the delicious result!

Check out these other super tasty fruit salad recipes:
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Salads
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Yield: about 6 cups

Cantaloupe Salad Glazed with Maple & Cinnamon

Cantaloupe Salad Glazed with Maple & Cinnamon

Cantaloupe Salad Glazed with Maple & Cinnamon ~ it's one very simple, surprisingly delicious, amazingly tasty little fruit salad.
Prep time: 20 MCook time: Total time: 20 M

Ingredients:

  • 1 cantaloupe, cubed (about 4 cups)
  • 2 1/2 c. red seedless grapes
  • 3 T. pure maple syrup
  • 1/2 T. fresh lemon juice
  • 1/4 tsp. ground cinnamon

Instructions:

  1. In a bowl, whisk together maple syrup, lemon juice, and cinnamon. 
  2. Add cubed cantaloupe and grapes; toss gently to coat. (If grapes are large, halve them if you'd like.)
  3. Serve immediately or refrigerate for 30 minutes to an hour before serving.
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4 comments

  1. I have some fruit monsters in my family that would LOVE this! Thanks so much for linking up to The Handmade Hangout!

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  2. Love cantaloupe, and these flavors you've paired with it! Thank you so much for linking up at Tasty Tuesday! Your recipe has been pinned to the Tasty Tuesday Pinterest board! Please join us again this week!

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  3. What a beautiful salad. The flavors sound amazing. Thanks for sharing at the What's for Dinner party. Enjoy the rest of your week!

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  4. What a beautiful summer salad with all of the colors of the fruit! Love it. Visiting from the Fiesta Friday link up.

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