Fresh Prosciutto-Wrapped Melon Skewers
A simple, elegant snack featuring juicy melon wrapped in thin prosciutto, perfect for quick bites, casual get-togethers, or light appetizers.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Yield: 12-15 skewers 1x
- Category: Snack
- Cuisine: Italian-inspired
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 medium ripe cantaloupe or honeydew melon, cut into 1-inch cubes or wedges
- 12–15 thinly sliced prosciutto slices
- 12–15 small bamboo skewers or toothpicks
- Optional: fresh basil or mint leaves
- Optional: aged balsamic glaze
- Optional: freshly cracked black pepper
Instructions
- Rinse the melon and cut it in half. Scoop out seeds, then cut the flesh into 1-inch cubes or wedges.
- If prosciutto slices are large, cut them in half lengthwise to create manageable strips.
- Wrap each melon piece snugly with a strip of prosciutto.
- Thread the wrapped melon piece onto a skewer. Repeat until all pieces are assembled.
- Optionally, tuck a small basil or mint leaf under the prosciutto before skewering or drizzle aged balsamic glaze over the skewers before serving.
- Chill the skewers in the refrigerator for about 10 minutes to meld flavors, then serve chilled or at room temperature.
Notes
Use ripe but firm melon to avoid mushy skewers. Pat melon pieces dry if too watery. Do not stretch prosciutto too tight to prevent tearing. Serve chilled or at room temperature. Optional balsamic glaze or fresh herbs add extra flavor. Avoid freezing assembled skewers as melon becomes mushy.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: One skewer (one melo
- Calories: 45
- Sugar: 4
- Sodium: 300
- Fat: 2.5
- Saturated Fat: 0.7
- Carbohydrates: 4.5
- Fiber: 0.5
- Protein: 3.5
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