Name: Melon Prosciutto Bites
Prep time: 10 min
Yield: 24
Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients: 1 ripe cantaloupe; 12 slices thinly sliced prosciutto; Balsamic vinegar to drizzle (optional); Fresh Basil leaves (optional)

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Melon Prosciutto Bites

I am always down for hosting friends and family and with that comes the need for food and beverages.

These Melon Prosciutto Bites are a classic Italian favourite that combines salty and sweet in this deliciously easy appetizer!

Feeling fancy? Add a drizzle of balsamic vinegar and a basil leaf to each skewer to take them up a notch.

Fun fact about me, I dislike balsamic vinegar. I can’t even stomach the smell, to be honest.

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Why Make Melon Prosciutto Bites?

The sweet, juicy melon pairs perfectly with the salty prosciutto, making these Melon Prosciutto Bites a great appetizer and perfect for parties.

Fresh Ingredients: The combination of juicy melon and salty prosciutto offers a taste explosion that is so delicious.
Versatile: This dish can be served as an appetizer, snack, or even as a part of a charcuterie board.
Easy to Prepare: This recipe requires minimal effort, you can whip these up in less than 15 minutes!
Healthy Snack Option: Melon is low in calories and high in vitamins. Prosciutto adds a source of protein, making it a nutritious choice.

What You Will Need:

1 ripe cantaloupe
12 slices thinly sliced prosciutto

Yields: 24

How To Make Melon Prosciutto Bites

Follow along with the Melon Prosciutto Bites step-by-step process photos and then find the printable recipe below!

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Gather the ingredients you will need to make this recipe.

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Cut the cantaloupe in half.

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Next, remove all of the seeds.

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Using a melon baller, scoop out round balls of cantaloupe.

Ensure the balls are uniform in size for a pleasing presentation.

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Cut the prosciutto slices in half.

Then take a strip of prosciutto and fold it accordion-style, creating a bow-like pattern.

This folding technique adds texture and visual appeal to the appetizer.

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Skewer a cantaloupe ball with a skewer, then carefully thread the folded prosciutto onto the skewer, placing it next to the cantaloupe.

The prosciutto should sit nicely against the cantaloupe ball, showcasing the bow pattern.

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Arrange the skewers on a platter.

You can stand them up by sticking the skewers into a half cantaloupe base or lay them down elegantly on a serving tray.

These bites are best served chilled.

You can refrigerate them for about 30 minutes before serving to enhance their flavor and freshness.

Yield: 24

Melon Prosciutto Bites

Prep Time 10 minutes

Ingredients

1 ripe cantaloupe
12 slices thinly sliced prosciutto
Balsamic vinegar to drizzle (optional)
Fresh Basil leaves (optional)

Instructions

Cut the cantaloupe in half and remove the seeds. Using a melon baller, scoop out round balls of cantaloupe. Ensure the balls are uniform in size for a pleasing presentation.
Cut the prosciutto slices in half. Then take a strip of prosciutto and fold it accordion-style, creating a bow-like pattern. This folding technique adds texture and visual appeal to the appetizer.
Skewer a cantaloupe ball with a skewer, then carefully thread the folded prosciutto onto the skewer, placing it next to the cantaloupe. The prosciutto should sit nicely against the cantaloupe ball, showcasing the bow pattern.
Arrange the skewers on a platter. You can stand them up by sticking the skewers into a half cantaloupe base or lay them down elegantly on a serving tray.
These bites are best served chilled. You can refrigerate them for about 30 minutes before serving to enhance their flavor and freshness.

Check out the recipe section on my blog for more great eats!

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