Gluten Free Melon Prosciutto Skewers
Sweet, juicy cantaloupe and honeydew wrapped in silky prosciutto — this is the kind of appetizer that disappears from the platter before you even finish setting it down. Each skewer tucks a fresh basil leaf right between the fruit and the cured meat, so every bite delivers that classic sweet-salty-herby combination in one clean mouthful. A drizzle of honey and a pinch of flaky sea salt finish things off with just enough elegance to feel intentional. The whole thing comes together with zero cooking, which means it's as stress-free as party food gets. Because prosciutto is naturally cured without any wheat-based additives, and every other ingredient here is inherently grain-free, there's no label-scanning or ingredient-swapping required. This recipe makes six generous servings, so it's perfectly scaled for a dinner party starter or a casual backyard spread. Keep a bottle of good olive oil nearby — that optional drizzle is worth it.
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6 servings
- ½ small cantaloupe, rind removed, cut into 1-inch cubes (about 2 cups)
- ½ small honeydew melon, rind removed, cut into 1-inch cubes (about 2 cups)
- 4 oz prosciutto, slices separated
- 12 fresh basil leaves
- 1 tbsp honey
- ¼ tsp freshly cracked black pepper
- ¼ tsp flaky sea salt
- 1 tbsp extra virgin olive oil (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Tear or cut each prosciutto slice lengthwise into 2 long strips, each roughly 1 inch wide.
- 2
Place one basil leaf against a melon cube, then wrap a strip of prosciutto snugly around both so the basil is sandwiched between the meat and the fruit. Repeat with the remaining melon cubes, basil leaves, and prosciutto strips, alternating cantaloupe and honeydew pieces.
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