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Prosciutto Wrapped Melon Balls

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"This is a great snack to make for any gathering. Balls of honeydew melon are wrapped in prosciutto and fresh mint to make a fancy appetizer with few ingredients." — RACHELSCHWARTZ

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Original recipe makes 36 appetizers Change Servings

1/4 cup lime juice
1 honeydew melon, fruit removed with a melon baller

9 ounces thinly sliced prosciutto
36 sprigs fresh mint

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Directions

Place melon balls into a bowl, and sprinkle with lime juice. Stir gently to coat. Wrap each ball with a slice of prosciutto, and secure with a sprig of mint. Arrange on a serving tray. Refrigerate until serving.

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Delicious! We chopped the mint very finely and tossed it with the lime in with the melon (used cantelope). Got lovely prosciutto di Parma which was less salty than others, and had a subtle rich flavor. Trimmed off fat. Followed another users advice and made a balsamic reduction into which we added ground anise, black pepper and a little chile oil for a slow and surprising heat to counter all the sweet. Then, to continue with the Meditteranean theme, served alongside of Black figs paired with a locally made goat cheese (very delicate and chewy without the pungent goat flavor) and homemade crispy sweet potato fries. Yummy!!!

—GoshgollyMissMolly

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Jan 04, 2006

I tried this recipe for New Year's Eve. The preparation was easy (although it took longer than I thought to cut the proscutto and wrap the melon balls) and the taste was good but by the time I served it to my guests it had gotten soggy even though it had been in the fridge. I would suggest serving this asap after preparing.

—Lou

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Jul 17, 2004

I used the mint only as a garnish and secured the proscuitto with a tootpick. Also, used a combination of cateloupe and honeydew melon balls. Loved the sweet/salty combination.

—JDVMD

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Dec 25, 2004

I made this for Christmas Day and everyone raved about it. I don't have a melon baller so I just cut chunks of Honeydew Melon and Rockmelon. I placed a piece of fresh mint on each chunk of melon and wrapped in the prosciutto. As it's summer time in Australia at Christmas it was a perfect refreshing appetizer!

—Hot Chilli

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Aug 02, 2006

I too loved the sweet/salty juicyness! I cut my prosciutto into 3 skinny strips (lengthwise) & used just one strip per ball but I think it was still too much prosciutto. I think next time I will cut some off of the length of it (it won't go to waste...I'll add it to a sald or something) & leave just enough to wrap. I chopped the mint & added it to the lime juice...using toothpicks to secure the prosciutto. I also used the larger end of the melon baller & wish I had made smaller balls. Mine were a little big to just pop in your mouth. I want to try this again as a side salad & not as an appetizer... I'll follow Caroline C. & chop the prosciutto instaed of wrapping.

—IMVINTAGE

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May 09, 2006

As I was just making this for my lunch today, I didn't bother at all with fancy presentation; I just sliced up the melon, roughly diced the prosciutto, and tossed them together with a light sprinkle of 'Lemon-Mint Vinegar.' It was so delicious! Thanks so much!

—Caroline C

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Feb 15, 2007

This is a dish I was often served in my 3 years living in Italy and I have to say never did they use mint... but it was interesting. I tried some mint on one and decided to leave it out. Superb after that!

—Muffin Mom N Garlic Girl

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May 18, 2008

If I ever make these again I will use imported prosciutto. I didn't care for the taste of the Boar's Head. Great appetizer for an Italian themed dinner!

—Deb

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Nutrition

Calories
121 kcal
6%

Carbohydrates
10.6 g
3%

Cholesterol
19 mg
6%

Fat
6.9 g
11%

Fiber
0.9 g
3%

Protein
5 g
10%

Sodium
431 mg
17%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.

Nutritional Information

Prosciutto Wrapped Melon Balls

Serving Size: 1/12 of a recipe
Servings Per Recipe: 12
Amount Per Serving
Calories: 121
Calories from Fat: 63

% Daily Value *
Total Fat 6.9g 11 %
Saturated Fat 2.7g 13 %
Cholesterol 19mg 6 %
Sodium 431mg 17 %
** Potassium 265mg 7 %
Total Carbohydrates 10.6g 3 %
Dietary Fiber 0.9g 3 %
Protein 5g 10 %
** Sugars 8.7g
Vitamin A 3 %
Vitamin C 44 %
Calcium 3 %
Iron 7 %
** Thiamin 8 %
** Niacin 5 %
** Vitamin B6 6 %
** Magnesium 4 %
** Folate 17 %

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.
(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.