Grilled Prosciutto e Melone
This colorful Grilled Prosciutto e Melone recipe is so tasty that I had to share it with you. Published in Living the Mediterranean Diet cookbook, this recipe is much more than delicious, it is fully packed with nutrients. You will find in Living the Mediterranean Diet cookbook, an all-new take on the classic Mediterranean diet that will give you an up-to-date program for losing weight while eating unbelievably delicious meals. It is also packed with gorgeous pictures and flavorful recipes that combine the traditional Mediterranean ingredients with the culinary craft of California cuisine. From Ceasar salad and savory seafood pasta to mouthwatering tzatziki and beet carpacio, the recipes in this beautiful book include soups, starters, entrees, sides, and super healthy desserts. Enjoy!
Grilled Prosciutto e Melone
Prosciutto means so much more to us than simply a paper-thin salted and cured ham. It’s an Italian classic, delicate in texture and rich in taste, a treat that sometimes finds its way into our kitchen on special occasions or a seemingly idle summer afternoon. To cut down on the saturated fat, feel free to use half the amount of prosciutto by dividing each slice in half. Serves 4
Ingredients
- ½ medium cantaloupe sliced into 8 wedges
- ½ medium honeydew melon sliced into 8 wedges
- 16 large basil leaves 1 per melon slice
- 16 slices prosciutto 1 per melon slice
- 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
- black pepper
- Balsamic Reduction optional
Instructions
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Heat a grill to medium-high. Place 1 basil leaf on each piece of melon and wrap with 1 piece of prosciutto. Skewers are not necessary, although you can stick them through the melon if you feel so inclined. Drizzle each slice with olive oil (making sure to coat both sides), and top them with a sprinkle of black pepper. Throw them on the barbecue and sear until you see grill marks, 3 to 4 minutes per side. Add more black pepper as well as a drizzle of the Balsamic Reduction, if desired.
Recipe Notes
If you don’t have a grill, serve the wrapped melons raw or cook them in a skillet on high heat and sear until golden.
Living the Mediterranean Diet, Proven Principles & Modern Recipes for Staying Healthy is published by Ulysses Press. Reprinted with publisher permission.
Sure is interesting, not sure I’d really like it, but I’ve heard about melon on the grill……guess I should try it 🙂
I love prosciutto and melon but I have never had it grilled, would never have thought of doing that 🙂
Oh my, this looks so yummy!
I have never thought of grilling melon. Sounds yummy must try 🙂
This looks delicious! I’m going to give it a try, thank you for sharing the recipe!
That really does sound delicious
this recipe looks so colorful, healthy, and tasty…… thanks very much for sharing!!!
Mmmmm i never thought of grilling melon… Ive got to try this. 🙂
This looks so amazing. I would love this sitting on my patio in the back yard.
This looks really good! What a great idea! Especially the grilling! This may be a way to get my pork loving little boy to eat melon!!