Melon and prosciutto skewers is a taste of summer on a stick. Enjoy this for breakfast, lunch or main meal with a large salad or simply just as a snack. The whole family will enjoy this combination of flavours. Very fast, very easy, very enjoyable.
Melon & Prosciutto Skewers
Ingredients
- 1 charentais melon, small
- 150g ball mozzarella
- 20g packet of basil
- 12 slices prosciutto
- 1 shallot, finely chopped
- 1 tsp mustard powder
- 2 tbsp balsamic vinegar, good quality
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
Steps
- Step 1
Using a sharp knife, remove the skin from the melon, then scoop out and discard the seeds.
- Step 2
Cut the melon into 12 wedges.
- Step 3
Cut the mozzarella into 12 chunks and pull out 12 basil leaves from the packet.
- Step 4
Thread the melon, prosciutto, mozzarella and basil alternately on to 4 wooden skewers and divide among 2 (or 4) plates.
- Step 5
Chop the remaining basil and put in a bowl with the shallot, mustard powder, balsamic vinegar and olive oil.
- Step 6
Whisk together, then transfer to a jug.
- Step 7
Pour over the skewers to serve.
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By The Healthy Employee
- Servings: 2 as main, 4 as starter
- Meals or Courses: BrunchMainsSnacksStarter
- Special Diet: Gluten free
- Seasons and Occasions: EasterMother's DaySpringSummer
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- Created: June 22, 2010
