Cantaloupe

Very Low in Calories

Cantaloupe has only 50 calories per 6 ounce slice plus it is loaded with Vitamin A and Vitamin C. For best flavor, let it sit out at room temperature for a few days before slicing.

Cantaloupe Cooler

1 cantaloupe (chilled)
1/2 cup ice water
1/4 cup mint leaves packed
8 ice cubes
2 tablespoons lime juice

Cut the cantaloupe into quarters. Cut the fleshy part away from the skin. Put everything into a blender and blend it until smooth. Serve immdiately.

Morning Fruit Salad

1/2 medium cantaloupe
2 kiwi fruit
1 pint strawberries
1/2 pint raspberries or blackberries
3 tablespoons chopped fresh mint
1/4 cup freshly squeezed orange juice

Use a melonballer to scoop out the cantaloupe. Put the melon balls in a bowl. Peel the kiwi then cut it into slices then cut the slices in half. Add the kiwi to the melon balls. Cut the strawberries up and add them to the kiwi and melon. Add the raspberries (and/or blackberries). Drizzle the orange juice over the fruit then top everything with the fresh mint. Refrigerate for 30 to 45 minutes and serve chilled.