Davines Momo Inspired Recipes

Ever craved hair as luscious and hydrated as a perfectly ripe melon? Davines' MOMO haircare line might be the answer!Inspired by the unique properties of the Cartucciaru melon, a Slow Food Presidia variety known for its intense hydration,MOMO products leave hair soft, shiny, and full of life. But the benefits of this special melon extend far beyond your mane. Did you know Cartucciaru melons are also packed with vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants that contribute to overall health? This post takes a culinary cue from the MOMO line, featuring a delicious day's worth of recipes all centered around the refreshing Cartucciaru melon (or its close cousin, cantaloupe). We'll start your day with a hydrating cantaloupe smoothie, move on to a light and flavorful prosciutto, melon, and mozzarella salad for lunch, then whip up a zesty melon salsa for an afternoon pick-me-up. Dinner takes a luxurious turn with a refreshing melon ceviche served in a beautiful avocado "bowl." So, get ready to nourish your hair and body with the power of the melon – MOMO style!

Cantaloupe Breakfast Protein Smoothie

• 1 Banana, medium frozen. • 2 cups Cantaloupe, fresh or frozen

• 1 cup Milk • 1/2 cup Yogurt

• 1 cups Ice cubes

1. Add cantaloupe melon, frozen banana, milk, yogurt, and ice to the blender.

2. Blend until serve.

3. Add toppings (optional) and enjoy! (You can also add vanilla protein powder for more nutrition) Top with hemp seeds, nut butter, blueberries, and/or raspberries if desired. The possibilities are endless!

Melon, Prosciutto, and Mozzarella Salad

- ½ cup extra virgin olive oil. ¼ cup white balsamic vinegar

1 tbsp. honey ⅛ tsp. black pepper

4 cups spring greens 8 mozzarella balls

2 cups cubed cantaloupe 4 slices prosciutto, rolled up

1 tbsp. fresh thyme

Dressing-

1. In a small jar, shake together the oil, honey, and pepper.

Salad-

1. Toss the rest of the ingredients together in a salad bowl with desired amount of dressing.

Spicy Melon Salsa

About 1/2 a small cantaloupe – peeled, seeded & cubed 1 shallot or 1/2 small sweet onion – diced

1-2 jalapenos – red and/or green – seeded & diced. Juice of one large lime

1/4 cup chopped cilantro S&P to taste

1. Combine all ingredients in bowl and serve.

Shrimp and Melon Ceviche in Grilled Avocado

1½ lb Oregon Bay shrimp, rinsed, drained 2 limes, juice of
1 lemon, juice of 2 c melon, diced small (cantaloupe, honeydew or other)
1 sm red or white onion, diced fine 1 jalapeño or half a serrano, seeded and minced
¼ c fresh cilantro, rough-chopped pinch each salt and pepper, to taste
1 T extra virgin olive oil 3 ripe but firm avocados, split and pitted
Tajin for seasoning, as desired

1. Combine all except avocados and Tajin. Taste and adjust seasonings. Rub split avocados with a drizzle of olive oil. Mark briefly on hot grill. Divide shrimp ceviche among avocado halves, topping with a sprinkle of Tajin, as desired. Serve immediately.