Description

Skewered Cantaloupe is a refreshing and easy-to-make appetizer that combines juicy cantaloupe cubes with fresh mozzarella balls and optional prosciutto. Draped with a light dressing of olive oil, lime juice, honey, fresh mint, salt, and black pepper, this Italian-inspired dish offers a perfect balance of sweet, salty, and herbaceous flavors. Ideal for summer parties, this no-cook recipe is quick to assemble and visually appealing on a serving platter.

Ingredients

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Melon and Cheese

1 ripe cantaloupe, peeled, seeded, and cut into 1 inch cubes
8 ounces fresh mozzarella balls, drained

Meat (Optional)

8 thin slices prosciutto, cut into strips (optional)

Dressing

1 tablespoon olive oil
1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
1 tablespoon honey
1 tablespoon chopped fresh mint
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper

Others

Wooden skewers

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Instructions

Prepare the Cantaloupe: Cut the cantaloupe into even 1 inch cubes and pat dry with paper towels to remove excess moisture, ensuring that the skewers hold well and the flavors are not diluted.
Prepare the Prosciutto (Optional): If using prosciutto, gently fold or roll the strips into small ribbon-like pieces to make them easy to thread onto the skewers and to create appealing shapes.
Assemble the Skewers: Thread the cantaloupe cubes onto the wooden skewers, alternating with mozzarella balls and prosciutto strips if desired. Arrange all the assembled skewers neatly on a serving platter.
Make the Dressing: In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, fresh lime juice, honey, chopped mint, salt, and black pepper until well combined to create a light, flavorful dressing.
Dress the Skewers: Lightly drizzle the dressing evenly over the skewers just before serving to keep the ingredients fresh and vibrant.
Serve: Serve the skewers chilled or at room temperature, making them perfect for summer gatherings or as a light appetizer.

Notes

For a vegetarian version, omit the prosciutto and add fresh basil leaves between the melon and mozzarella for additional flavor.
You can sprinkle with a little balsamic glaze for extra depth and sweetness.
Assemble the skewers shortly before serving to maintain the freshness of the fruit and the texture of the mozzarella.