Best 13 Prosciutto With Melon Recipes

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Prosciutto with melon is an iconic Italian dish that is both simple and elegant. The sweet and juicy melon pairs perfectly with the salty and savory prosciutto, creating a balanced and refreshing appetizer or light meal. This classic combination has been enjoyed for centuries. It is a popular dish to serve at summer gatherings, as the cool and refreshing flavors of the melon are a perfect complement to the warm weather.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

PROSCIUTTO AND MELON (PROSCIUTTO E MELONE)



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Ready in 5 to 10 minutes! With only three ingredients and no-cooking required, this prosciutto wrapped melon is one easy and amazingly delicious summer dish! You'll love the flavor combination of sweet, ripe cantaloupe and salty prosciutto ham.

Provided by Suzy Karadsheh

Categories     Appetizer     Salad

Time 10m

Number Of Ingredients 4

1 Cantaloupe
4 to 5 ounces Prosciutto di Parma, (thinly sliced )
2 tbsp honey or balsamic glaze, (more to your liking (I used this Greek honey))
Basil leaves for garnish, (optional )

Steps:

  • Prepare the cantaloupe and cut it into wedges. I find it easier to peel the cantaloupe, once you cut it. So, first, cut the cantaloupe in half. Using a spoon, remove the seeds. Then cut each half into wedges and peel them. 
  • Wrap the prosciutto around the cantaloupe wedges and arrange them on a serving platter (left some wedges without prosciutto, since I had more cantaloupe to use up).
  • Drizzle a little bit of balsamic glaze or quality honey (or both, if you like) If using, arrange a few basil leaves on the platter. I loved the addition of fresh basil leaves for a pop of color and freshness, but this is totally optional. 
  • Serve immediately or chill for a few hours until ready to serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 65.7 kcal, Carbohydrate 6.8 g, Protein 1.6 g, SaturatedFat 1.3 g, TransFat 0.1 g, Cholesterol 6.2 mg, Sodium 70.1 mg, Fiber 0.4 g, Sugar 6.5 g, ServingSize 1 serving

PROSCIUTTO WITH MELON



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You can find prosciutto -- air-dried Italian ham -- sliced to order at the deli counter, at gourmet shops or Italian markets, or prepackaged in many supermarkets. It is usually sold very thinly sliced.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Appetizers

Yield Makes 12 appetizers

Number Of Ingredients 2

1/2 medium honeydew melon
6 slices prosciutto (about 3 ounces total)

Steps:

  • Seed 1/2 medium honeydew melon; slice into 12 half-inch thick pieces, and remove rind from each. Halve 6 slices prosciutto (about 3 ounces total) lengthwise. Wrap 1 slice around each melon piece.

PROSCIUTTO AND MELON



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This prosciutto and melon served with a homemade balsamic glaze make for a tasty shareable appetizer with a sweet and salty combination.

Provided by Jessica Gavin

Categories     Appetizer

Time 35m

Number Of Ingredients 4

1 cup balsamic vinegar
2 tablespoons honey
12 cantaloupe wedges (¾-inch thick, or honeydew)
6 ounces prosciutto (12 slices)

Steps:

  • Add balsamic vinegar and honey to a small saucepan, stir to combine. Bring to a boil and then lower to a simmer over medium-low heat with some bubbling. Reduce the sauce to about ¼ to ⅓ cup, about 20 to 25 minutes. Allow the balsamic reduction to cool slightly. It should have a maple syrup consistency.
  • Wash, dry, and cut the melon into twelve, 3/4-inch thick wedges. Trim to create about 5-inch long pieces.
  • Wrap each melon wedge with one piece of prosciutto.
  • Drizzle the balsamic reduction over each piece then serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 252 kcal, Carbohydrate 46 g, Protein 6 g, Fat 7 g, SaturatedFat 2 g, TransFat 1 g, Cholesterol 9 mg, Sodium 183 mg, Fiber 5 g, Sugar 45 g, UnsaturatedFat 3 g, ServingSize 1 serving

PROSCIUTTO E MELONE (ITALIAN HAM AND MELON)



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This easy and refreshing starter featuring cantaloupe and cured ham (Parma ham for instance) can also be served as an appetizer: just cut the cantaloupe into bite-size pieces, wrap them with ham and spear them on skewers for a colorful snack! Use superior quality Italian ham for best results.

Provided by SunFlower

Categories     Appetizers and Snacks     Antipasto Recipes

Time 10m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 2

1 cantaloupe - seeded and cut into 8 wedges
8 thin slices prosciutto

Steps:

  • Remove the flesh from the rind of the cantaloupe; wrap each piece of cantaloupe with a slice of the ham. Serve cold.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 99.3 calories, Carbohydrate 11.3 g, Cholesterol 12.5 mg, Fat 4.8 g, Fiber 1.2 g, Protein 3.9 g, SaturatedFat 1.8 g, Sodium 296.4 mg, Sugar 10.1 g

MELON WRAPPED IN PROSCIUTTO



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Provided by Ina Garten

Categories     appetizer

Time 10m

Yield 5 to 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 2

1 gala melon
10 to 15 slices prosciutto

Steps:

  • Peel and slice the gala melon into 1/2-inch semi-circle slices. Wrap a slice of prosciutto around each wedge and arrange on a platter.

MELON AND PROSCIUTTO



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Prepare this simple appetizer ahead, and relax during those last few minutes before your guests arrive.

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Appetizer

Time 10m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 2

1 cantaloupe, casaba, honeydew or Spanish melon (3 pounds)
1/4 pound thinly sliced prosciutto

Steps:

  • Cut cantaloupe in half; scoop out seeds and fibers. Cut each half lengthwise into 6 wedges; remove rind. Cut crosswise slits, 1 1/2 inches apart, in each melon wedge.
  • Cut prosciutto into 1-inch strips. Place several strips of prosciutto over each wedge; push prosciutto into slits.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 40, Carbohydrate 5 g, Cholesterol 5 mg, Fiber 0 g, Protein 3 g, SaturatedFat 0 g, ServingSize 1 Appetizer, Sodium 150 mg

MELON AND PROSCIUTTO



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Provided by Rachael Ray : Food Network

Categories     appetizer

Time 5m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 4

1/2 Galia melon (or your favorite melon)
Juice of 1/2 lime
1 teaspoon freshly ground pepper
1/4 pound prosciutto or Serrano ham, thinly sliced

Steps:

  • Cut off the rind of the melon, then slice the melon into long wedges and put on a platter. Squeeze the lime juice over the melon and sprinkle with the pepper. Fold up the ham and arrange alongside the melon.

PROSCIUTTO WITH MARINATED MELON



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Make and share this Prosciutto With Marinated Melon recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Abby Girl

Categories     Melons

Time 15m

Yield 8-10 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 medium honeydew melon (or any kind of melon except watermelon)
1/2 lime, juice of
1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes
1/4 teaspoon kosher salt
4 mint leaves, torn onto small pieces
6 ounces prosciutto, paper thin slices
1 tablespoon olive oil

Steps:

  • Stand the melon on one cut end and slice off the remaining rind.
  • Cut the melon in half lengthwise and scoop out the seeds.
  • Halve each melon half, so that you have four long wedges. Slice the wedges crosswise about 1/4" thick. Gently toss the melon in a bowl with the lime juice, red pepper flakes, salt and half of the mint.
  • Arrange on a platter, drape the prosciutto on top, and drizzle with the olive oil.
  • Sprinkle with the remaining mint and serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 73.5, Fat 1.9, SaturatedFat 0.3, Sodium 83.4, Carbohydrate 14.8, Fiber 1.3, Sugar 13, Protein 0.9

PROSCIUTTO AND MELON (PROSCIUTTO Y MELONI)



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Another way-too-simple-to-post recipe, but this is a frequent appetizer in our house and so I'm putting it here so I can add it to menus, shopping lists etc. I know that lots of others tend to make salads of this combination, but I prefer just a wedge of fruit with prosciutto. The combination of sweet and salty is unbeatable!

Provided by jenpalombi

Categories     European

Time 5m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 2

1 cantaloupe, seeded and cut into 16 thin wedges
16 slices prosciutto

Steps:

  • Wrap each melon wedge with proscuitto or place wedge on plate and drape with proscuitto slice.
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 23.5, Fat 0.1, Sodium 11, Carbohydrate 5.6, Fiber 0.6, Sugar 5.4, Protein 0.6

SKEWERED MELON & PROSCIUTTO



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You can't beat a classic. This simple combination will go down well with a crowd

Provided by Mary Cadogan

Categories     Buffet, Canapes, Snack, Starter

Time 15m

Yield Makes about 40

Number Of Ingredients 3

1 cantaloupe melon , cut into 40 bite-size pieces
12-14 slices prosciutto
40 cocktail sticks

Steps:

  • Quarter and deseed the cantaloupe.
  • Peel, then cut the flesh into about 40 bite-size chunks.
  • Cut 12-14 slices prosciutto into 3 long strips each, then wrap a strip around each melon chunk.
  • Secure with a cocktail stick.

PROSCIUTTO WITH MELON



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Categories     Fruit     Pork     Appetizer     Low Carb     Quick & Easy     Wheat/Gluten-Free     Melon     Spring     Bon Appétit     Sugar Conscious     Paleo     Dairy Free     Peanut Free     Tree Nut Free     Soy Free     No Sugar Added

Yield Serves 6

Number Of Ingredients 2

1 melon, cut into 6 wedges
18 paper-thin prosciutto slices

Steps:

  • Place 1 melon wedge on each of 6 plates. Arrange 3 prosciutto slices alongside melon or drape over melon and serve.

PROSCIUTTO WITH MELON



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Categories     Fruit     No-Cook     Quick & Easy     Cantaloupe     Summer     Prosciutto     Bon Appétit

Yield Serves 6

Number Of Ingredients 2

1 melon, cut into 6 wedges
18 paper-thin prosciutto slices

Steps:

  • Place melon wedge on each of 6 plates. Arrange 3 prosciutto slices alongside melon or drape over melon and serve.

PROSCIUTTO WITH FRESH FRUIT



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Salty prosciutto paired with sweet melon is a refreshing appetizer. Serve the melon sliced in wedges or cut into small pieces with toothpicks for a bite-size starter.From the book "Lucinda's Rustic Italian Kitchen," by Lucinda Scala Quinn (Wiley).

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Appetizers

Number Of Ingredients 4

1 medium-size ripe melon, peeled and cut into 8 wedges, 8 figs, or 8 halved peaches
2 limes or lemons, 1 cut in half, 1 cut in 8 wedges for garnish
Freshly ground black pepper (optional)
1 pound prosciutto, best quality, thinly sliced

Steps:

  • Cut the fruit into the desired size. Squeeze the halved citrus over all the fruit. Crack freshly ground pepper over it, if desired. Place a piece on each plate and lay the prosciutto over each piece of fruit, cutting to size if necessary. Serve a wedge of citrus on the side.

Tips:

  • Choose ripe, flavorful melon: A perfectly ripe melon will have a sweet, fragrant aroma and a slightly yielding texture when gently pressed. Avoid melons that are bruised or have soft spots.
  • Use high-quality prosciutto: Look for prosciutto that is thinly sliced and has a deep red color. Avoid prosciutto that is dry or brittle.
  • Keep the ingredients chilled: Before assembling the salad, chill the melon, prosciutto, and arugula. This will help to keep the salad refreshing and crisp.
  • Use a light dressing: A simple vinaigrette or drizzle of olive oil is all you need to dress this salad. Avoid using heavy dressings, which can overwhelm the delicate flavors of the melon and prosciutto.
  • Serve immediately: Prosciutto with melon is best enjoyed fresh. Serve the salad as soon as it is assembled so that the prosciutto doesn't have time to toughen.

Conclusion:

Prosciutto with melon is a classic Italian dish that is perfect for a light summer meal. The sweet melon, salty prosciutto, and peppery arugula are a perfect combination of flavors. With just a few simple ingredients, you can create a delicious and refreshing salad that is sure to impress your guests.

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