Melon, Prosciutto and Feta Salad

I'm a sucker for melon and prosciutto. There's something perfect about the marriage of salty prosciutto and sweet melon. This salad takes it to the next level with the slight bitterness of onion and the tanginess of feta. Rounding out the flavors is the richness of balsamic vinaigrette. It's also one of those "chameleon" dishes that would be suited both as an offbeat starter for an elegant dinner party and a side dish at a casual summer supper.

Melon, Prosciutto and Feta Salad

Makes eight servings.

4 cups cantaloupe, cut into bite-size cubes (about one half of a large cantaloupe)

1/2 cup thinly sliced onion, ideally Vidalia or Texas 1015 for the sweetness

2 ounces thinly sliced prosciutto, torn into small pieces

1/4 cup basil leaves, cut into chiffonade (aka thin strips)

1 cup crumbled feta cheese

Balsamic vinaigrette (Good recipe here.)

Mix all ingredients and toss with enough balsamic vinaigrette to coat.