Description
A simple and elegant appetizer featuring sweet cantaloupe slices wrapped in salty prosciutto, enhanced with fresh basil leaves and drizzled with balsamic glaze and honey for a perfect balance of flavors.
Ingredients
Scale
Produce
- 1/2 large cantaloupe or honeydew
- 12 basil leaves
Meat
- 3 ounces prosciutto
Condiments
- 1 tablespoon balsamic glaze
- 2 tablespoons honey
Instructions
- Prepare the Melon: Scoop the seeds out of the cantaloupe half carefully to remove all membranes and seeds, leaving a clean melon half.
- Slice the Melon: Cut off the rind from the cantaloupe half, ensuring to remove the outer skin completely, then slice the melon into 6 equal strips for even portions.
- Wrap with Prosciutto: Place two fresh basil leaves on each cantaloupe slice and wrap it with one strip of prosciutto, ensuring the prosciutto covers the melon and basil securely.
- Arrange for Serving: Lay the wrapped cantaloupe slices neatly on a large plate or wooden serving board, ready to be garnished.
- Finish with Drizzle: Drizzle the balsamic glaze evenly over the wrapped melon slices, followed by a light drizzle of honey to add sweetness and create a delightful flavor contrast.
Notes
- Use ripe cantaloupe for the best sweetness and flavor.
- Substitute honey with maple syrup for a vegan option, and ensure prosciutto is omitted if strict vegan diet is followed.
- For a more intense flavor, chill the melon before serving.
- Fresh basil is essential for the aromatic touch; consider substituting with mint for a different flavor profile.
- Balsamic glaze can be homemade by reducing balsamic vinegar until syrupy.
