If you've ever sat out on a summer's day eating a nice slice of fresh cantaloupe, you already know how wonderful this fruit tastes. Cantaloupe is a summer staple and is usually found in smoothies, fruit salads, salsas, and a variety of other refreshing dishes. Cantaloupe can also be enjoyed on its own in mouthwatering slices. However, in the seasons when cantaloupe isn't at its freshest, you may want to consider switching to dried cantaloupe. Packed with that flavor you love as well as nutrition, dried cantaloupe can become a year round favorite in your pantry. Flavorful and Nutritious, Too! Dried cantaloupe, first and foremost, has amazing flavor. It takes that melon-y taste that you love and intensifies it with just a hint of sugar, making for a treat that's easy to fall in love with. Dried cantaloupe is also pretty nutritious. This snack contains beta-carotene, which is an excellent source of vitamin A. Dried cantaloupe also contains vitamin C, iron, and even a little bit of calcium. A Versatile Ingredient Besides bringing great taste, dried cantaloupe can also be very versatile. Snack on dried cantaloupe slices or chunks on their own or add them to cereals, oatmeal, or baked goods for a refreshing twist. When paired with other ingredients, dried cantaloupe adds a mellow sweetness to many of your favorite recipes. Speaking of recipes, here's one of our favorite ways to used dried cantaloupe slices or chunks: Dried Cantaloupe and Mango Salsa A few pieces of dried cantaloupe, chopped 1 small mango, diced ½ cup chopped Vidalia onion 1 small jalapeno pepper, seeded, and diced ½ of a lime, juiced ½ cup chopped cilantro Combine together all of the ingredients and toss until well combined. Serve as a topping for salads, chicken, or fish. Superior Nut Tip: Want to add more flavor to this salsa recipe' You can try adding in ingredients like avocado, black beans, watermelon, honeydew, strawberries, bell peppers, or corn to spice things up a bit. You can also turn up on the heat on this recipe by adding more jalapeno pepper. At SuperiorNutStore.com, we carry dried cantaloupe in both slices and chunks to stock your pantry both in and out of cantaloupe season. Perfect for snacking, adding to trail mix, or enjoying in some of your favorite recipes, dried cantaloupe is sure to become a fast favorite in your household!
