Melon Prosciutto Skewers
Are you on the lookout for a fresh and zesty summer appetizer? These melon prosciutto skewers are the perfect toothpick appetizer that are easy to make, aesthetic and delicious!
Servings: 16 Skewers
Calories: 37kcal
Equipment
- 16 mini skewers
Ingredients
- 1 cup greens finely chopped - regular salad greens or even basil
- 1 tablespoon olive oil approximately
- 1 melon cubed into 1" to 1.5" pieces - try cantaloupe, watermelon, honeydew etc.
- 8 slices prosciutto cut in half lengthwise
Instructions
- In a large bowl, mix the finely chopped greens with a bit of olive oil, until slightly moistened.
- Roll up a prosciutto slice. Top one melon cube with the prosciutto and some of the greens. Stick a skewer through it. Repeat for all of the skewers.
- Serve!
Notes
- Olive Oil Amount: Careful not to oversoak them to avoid soggy greens. Start with a small amount of olive oil and work your way up.
- Skewer Choice: Use small wooden or bamboo skewers, toothpicks, or cocktail picks.
- Prosciutto thickness: Use thinly sliced prosciutto. If the slices are too thick, they can overpower the melon’s flavor or be too full of a bite.
- Presentation: Arrange the skewers neatly on a serving platter.
- Make Ahead Tips: These summer skewer appetizers are best served shortly after preparation so they stay fresh, but they are very easy and quick to make. You can do some make head prep such as cube the melon and finely chop the greens ahead of time. You can assemble them a few hours in advance and refrigerate until serving time.
- Leftover Melon: If you have leftover melon cubes, store them in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 to 5 days.
- Leftover Greens: If you have leftover greens, they can be stored in the fridge for up to 1 day and can be used as a salad so that they aren't wasted.
- Leftover Assembled Skewers: The assembled skewers can also be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 1 day.
- How to Cube the Melon: Check out how to cube cantaloupe here.
- Melon Balls: You could even use an ice cream scoop to create melon balls instead of cubes if you find that easier!
Nutrition
Calories: 37kcal | Carbohydrates: 3g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 3g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.4g | Monounsaturated Fat: 1g | Trans Fat: 0.01g | Cholesterol: 3mg | Sodium: 37mg | Potassium: 66mg | Fiber: 0.3g | Sugar: 3g | Vitamin A: 1.197IU | Vitamin C: 4mg | Calcium: 4mg | Iron: 0.2mg
