Prosciutto E Melone
Elevate your appetizer game with the timeless elegance of *Prosciutto e Melone*, a classic Italian dish that masterfully balances sweet and savory flavors. This simple yet stunning recipe features juicy, sun-ripened cantaloupe slices wrapped in delicate, salty prosciutto, creating a perfect harmony of taste and texture. Ready in just 15 minutes and requiring no cooking, it’s the ultimate no-fuss appetizer for summer gatherings or festive antipasto platters. Optional garnishes like fresh basil leaves, a drizzle of extra virgin olive oil, and a sprinkle of freshly cracked black pepper add a touch of sophistication and flavor complexity. Serve as a refreshing start to any meal or as part of an elegant spread, and let this quintessential Italian pairing transport your taste buds. Perfect for keywords: "easy Italian appetizer," "prosciutto and melon recipe," and "no-cook summer dish."
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 whole Cantaloupe melon
- 200 grams Prosciutto
- 10 leaves Fresh basil leaves (optional, for garnish)
- 1 tablespoon Extra virgin olive oil (optional, for drizzling)
- 0.5 teaspoon Freshly cracked black pepper (optional)
Instructions
Start by cutting the cantaloupe melon in half. Using a spoon, scoop out the seeds and discard them.
Slice each melon half into 8 equal wedges. Carefully peel the rind from each wedge so you're left with just the sweet, orange melon flesh.
Lay each piece of melon on a clean cutting board or plate. Wrap each wedge with a thin slice of prosciutto, starting at one end and spiraling down towards the other end. Allow the prosciutto to slightly overlap as you wrap to ensure it stays in place.
Arrange the wrapped melon slices on a serving platter. If desired, garnish with fresh basil leaves for an added touch of color and freshness.
Drizzle a small amount of extra virgin olive oil over the melon and prosciutto, if using, and sprinkle with freshly cracked black pepper to taste.
Serve immediately as a light appetizer or part of an antipasto platter. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1164 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 49.8 g | 64% | |
| Saturated Fat | 12.9 g | 64% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 6.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 166 mg | 55% | |
| Sodium | 3895 mg | 169% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 122.8 g | 45% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 13.7 g | 49% | |
| Total Sugars | 112.5 g | ||
| Protein | 66.0 g | 132% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 142 mg | 11% | |
| Iron | 6.6 mg | 37% | |
| Potassium | 5195 mg | 111% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
