Description
Prosciutto Melon Skewers are the ultimate summer appetizer, blending the sweetness of ripe melon with the savory richness of prosciutto.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz prosciutto (thinly sliced)
- 2 cups ripe cantaloupe or honeydew (cut into 1-inch cubes)
- ¼ cup fresh mint leaves
- 8 wooden skewers (soaked in water)
Instructions
- Slice the melon into 1-inch cubes.
- Cut prosciutto into strips about 2 inches wide.
- Thread one piece of melon and one strip of prosciutto onto each skewer, adding fresh mint leaves in between as desired.
- Chill assembled skewers in the refrigerator for 15 minutes.
- Serve on a platter, optionally drizzled with balsamic reduction.
Notes
- These skewers are visually stunning and packed with flavor.
- They require minimal prep time but deliver maximum impact.
- Perfect addition to any gathering.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: No-cook
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 skewer
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: Prosciutto Melon Skewers, summer appetizer, Italian appetizer