Description
Experience the perfect harmony of sweet and savory with Prosciutto-Wrapped Melon. This elegant appetizer features juicy melon enveloped in salty prosciutto, topped with fresh basil and drizzled with balsamic glaze. Ideal for summer gatherings or brunch, this dish is quick to prepare and guaranteed to impress your guests.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 medium ripe cantaloupe or honeydew melon
- 4 oz thinly sliced prosciutto
- 10 fresh basil leaves
- 2 tbsp balsamic glaze
Instructions
- Cut the melon in half, scoop out the seeds, and slice into wedges or cubes.
- Wrap each piece of melon with a slice of prosciutto, securing with toothpicks if necessary.
- Top each wrapped melon piece with a basil leaf.
- Arrange on a platter and drizzle with balsamic glaze before serving.
- For extra refreshment, chill in the refrigerator for 30 minutes prior to serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 pieces (approximately 60g)
- Calories: 140
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 20mg