Prosciutto with Marinated Melon
Elevate your appetizers with this stunning recipe for Prosciutto with Marinated Melon, a refreshing and flavorful combination perfect for any occasion. Juicy cantaloupe or honeydew melon is delicately marinated in a zesty blend of fresh lime juice, honey, and olive oil, infusing each bite with a subtle, tangy sweetness. Wrapped in savory, buttery slices of prosciutto and garnished with fragrant mint leaves, this dish strikes a perfect balance of sweet and salty. With an optional drizzle of balsamic glaze for added depth, this no-cook appetizer is both sophisticated and effortless, ready in just 20 minutes. Ideal for summer soirées or elegant dinner parties, it’s a light, crowd-pleasing dish that’s as beautiful as it is delicious.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 whole cantaloupe or honeydew melon
- 12 slices prosciutto
- 8 leaves fresh mint leaves
- 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 0.25 teaspoons salt
- 0.25 teaspoons black pepper
- 2 tablespoons balsamic glaze (optional)
Instructions
Cut the melon in half and remove the seeds with a spoon. Use a melon baller or a sharp knife to create bite-sized pieces. Place the melon pieces in a large bowl.
In a small bowl, whisk together lime juice, honey, olive oil, salt, and black pepper to create the marinade.
Pour the marinade over the melon pieces and gently toss to ensure they are evenly coated. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for 15 minutes to allow the flavors to develop.
While the melon marinates, prepare a serving platter or individual serving plates.
Once marinated, remove the melon from the refrigerator. Drain any excess marinade, if necessary.
Wrap each slice of prosciutto around one or two pieces of melon and place them on the serving platter or plates.
Garnish with fresh mint leaves and drizzle with balsamic glaze, if desired, for extra flavor and elegance.
Serve immediately as a light appetizer or snack. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1122 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 37.1 g | 48% | |
| Saturated Fat | 9.2 g | 46% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 5.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 100 mg | 33% | |
| Sodium | 3064 mg | 133% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 165.8 g | 60% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 14.6 g | 52% | |
| Total Sugars | 151.4 g | ||
| Protein | 45.5 g | 91% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 168 mg | 13% | |
| Iron | 6.5 mg | 36% | |
| Potassium | 4811 mg | 102% | |
*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.
