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10-MINUTE MAGIC
10-Minute Prosciutto and Melon Skewers with Balsamic Glaze
★★★★★
5.0 (260)|(2 Reviews)Sweet juicy cantaloupe melon balls wrapped with savory ribbons of Italian prosciutto, fresh basil leaves, and mini mozzarella pearls.
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By Stephanie A Ganz (Food Columnist)•Published August 5, 2026
⏱ 10 mins
Simply Recipes / Stephanie A Ganz🔥 110 kcal
WHY MAKE THIS
- Zero cooking required — assemble in 10 minutes flat.
- Stunning restaurant-style visual presentation.
- Naturally bite-sized and completely mess-free for party cocktail hours.
10-MINUTE MAGIC
10-Minute Prosciutto and Melon Skewers with Balsamic Glaze
The timeless Italian antipasto transformed into handheld party skewers. Sweet melon and delicate salty cured prosciutto create an instant flavor harmony that never fails to impress.
Prep Time10 mins
Cook Time0 mins
Total Time10 mins
Servings8 servings
Scale Recipe:
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Ingredients
- 1 ripe cantaloupe, seeded and scooped into balls (about 24 balls)
- 4 oz thinly sliced prosciutto di Parma, cut into strips
- 8 oz small fresh mozzarella pearls (bocconcini)
- 24 fresh small basil leaves
- 2 tbsp aged thick balsamic glaze
- 24 wooden cocktail skewers or decorative toothpicks
- Flaky sea salt and fresh black pepper
Directions
1
Prep melon and prosciutto
Use a melon baller to scoop 24 round melon balls. Cut each slice of prosciutto lengthwise into 2–3 thin ribbons.
2
Assemble skewers
Thread one end of a prosciutto ribbon onto a skewer, fold over a mozzarella pearl, thread through prosciutto, add a fresh basil leaf, and finish with a cantaloupe ball.
3
Plate and drizzle
Arrange skewers on a wide platter. Right before serving, drizzle artistic zig-zags of thick balsamic glaze over the top.
4
Season and serve
Finish with a delicate sprinkle of flaky sea salt and cracked black pepper. Serve immediately.
💡 CHEF'S PRO TIPS
- Choose a cantaloupe that feels heavy for its size and smells fragrant at the stem end for maximum sweetness.
- Keep skewers chilled on the platter until 10 minutes before guests arrive.
Nutrition Facts
Per ServingCalories110 kcal
Protein7g
Carbs8g
Total Fat6g
Sodium: 340mg
Fiber: 1g
Sugar: 2g
Community Reviews & Ratings
2 cooks have shared their thoughts on this recipe
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Sarah M.★★★★★
This has completely replaced my normal avocado toast! The beans blend so well you cannot even tell, and I stay full until lunchtime!
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David K.★★★★★
Great trick for adding protein without cooking eggs on busy mornings. Added a pinch of red pepper flakes and lemon zest—delicious.
