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Prosciutto and Cantaloupe Bites
Discover the perfect prosciutto and cantaloupe appetizer that combines sweet and salty flavors for an elegant treat.
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Prosciutto and Cantaloupe Bites
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I feel kind of silly even posting this because it really isn’t much of a recipe. It is more of an idea that brings together just a couple of ingredients. But a classic pairing it is. I enjoy the simple combination of the sweet melon and the salty prosciutto, but other ingredients can be added for flavor enhancement. Basil lends a freshness to the proceedings while the balsamic vinegar brightens up the flavors. I have even seen it served with mozzarella cheese.
The most important thing to remember is to use quality ingredients. The melon should be at its peak in flavor and texture and the prosciutto should be the best you can find, preferably Prosciutto di Parma. And if you decide to serve it with the vinegar, an aged balsamic works best. It is sweet and syrupy. This little amuse-bouche is on my Can’t go wrong with this list for appetizer ideas. Happy Sunday!
Prosciutto and Cantaloupe Bites
Prep: 10 minsTotal: 10 mins Servings: 12
This is the EASIEST appetizer and it takes no time to prepare!
Equipment
- 36 wooden cocktail picks
- Melon baller
Ingredients
- 1 medium ripe cantaloupe
- ¾ pound sliced Prosciutto di Parma, about 18 slices
- 36 wooden cocktail picks
Accompaniments
- Fresh basil leaves
- Aged balsamic vinegar
Instructions
- On a cutting surface, slice the melon in half. Using a spoon, scrape out the seeds and discard. Using a 1-inch diameter melon baller, scoop out as many balls as you can, about 18 balls per melon half.
- Working with one piece of Prosciutto at a time, cut the slice in half lengthwise. Fold each half in half lengthwise. Skewer the top half of the folded piece of prosciutto onto a cocktail pick, then skewer one cantaloupe ball and finish with the bottom half of the prosciutto. Transfer to a serving platter. Repeat with the other half of the prosciutto and the remaining Prosciutto and melon balls.
- Serve with fresh basil leaves and an aged balsamic vinegar.
Notes
These are best served immediately.Nutrition
Calories: 119kcal, Carbohydrates: 0.5g, Protein: 4g, Fat: 11g, Saturated Fat: 4g, Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g, Monounsaturated Fat: 5g, Trans Fat: 0.04g, Cholesterol: 19mg, Sodium: 188mg, Potassium: 58mg, Fiber: 0.01g, Sugar: 0.1g, Vitamin A: 50IU, Vitamin C: 0.1mg, Calcium: 2mg, Iron: 0.1mgNutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.
