Description
These Italian Melon Prosciutto Skewers are a perfect balance of sweet, salty, and fresh flavors. Juicy melon, delicate prosciutto, and optional mozzarella are combined for an elegant no-cook appetizer that’s ideal for entertaining.
Ingredients
Scale
Ingredients
- 1 cantaloupe or honeydew melon, cut into bite-sized cubes or balls
- 8 oz prosciutto, thinly sliced
- 1 cup fresh mozzarella balls (optional)
- Fresh basil leaves
- 1–2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tbsp balsamic glaze (optional)
- Black pepper to taste
Instructions
Instructions
- Prepare ingredients: Cut melon into cubes or scoop into balls.
- Assemble skewers: Thread melon, folded prosciutto, mozzarella (if using), and basil onto small skewers or toothpicks.
- Arrange: Place skewers on a serving platter.
- Drizzle: Lightly drizzle with olive oil and balsamic glaze.
- Finish: Sprinkle with black pepper and serve chilled or at room temperature.
Notes
Chill before serving for the best flavor. Use ripe, sweet melon for contrast with the salty prosciutto. Skip mozzarella for a lighter version.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 skewer
- Calories: 90
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 10mg
Keywords: melon prosciutto skewers, italian appetizers, easy skewers, summer appetizer
