Name: Prosciutto and Melon
Prep time: 10 min
Total time: 10 min
Ingredients: 1 small melon (cantaloupe or honeydew, chose the most flavorful you can find); 3-4 ounces prosciutto (thinly sliced)

Tablescape with a plate of prosciutto and melon artfully arranged. — Photo: Colin Quirt

This is such a classic and simple Italian dish that it barely needs a recipe, more of a reminder that you should make it more often. And although it shines in its simplest form, you can always add optional garnishes.

Ingredients

1 small melon, cantaloupe or honeydew, chose the most flavorful you can find
3-4 ounces prosciutto, thinly sliced

Instructions

Quarter the melon, scoop out the seeds and slice into wedges. Remove the skin and wrap slices of prosciutto around the middle of each wedge, leaving the ends exposed. Arrange on a plate and serve.

Notes

Some optional garnishes include a drizzle of olive oil (plain or lemon infused) and some freshly ground black pepper. The prosciutto is salty enough on its own, but those with a salt tooth won’t mind a sprinkling of coarse sea salt. A few basil leaves or microgreens for garnish will add a touch of green. And for a little extra indulgence, serve with a dollop of soft, fresh sheep-milk ricotta.

Nutrition

Prosciutto and Melon