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Skewers with mozzarella balls, rolled prosciutto, green and orange melon balls, and fresh basil leaves, arranged neatly on a round marble platter—perfect for healthy bites or inspiring new food recipes.
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Melon Ball Skewers

Beautiful appetizer made with cantaloupe, Galia melon, bocconcini, and prosciutto roses.
Prep Time25 minutes
Cook Time0 minutes
Total Time25 minutes
Course: Appetizer
Cuisine: American
Keyword: baked appetizers, finger food
Servings: 5 people

Equipment

Ingredients

  • 1 cantaloupe
  • 1 melon Galia
  • 5 slices Serrano ham or prosciutto
  • fresh basil or mint
  • 10 bocconcini mozzarella balls

Instructions

  • Slice the top of the cantaloupe.
  • Use the melon baller to scoop out the balls.
  • Repeat with the Galia melon.
  • Halve the serrano slices lengthwise.
  • Fold the slices over twice.
  • Twist and turn the Serrano strips into roses.
  • Arrange the skewers with the bocconcini, serrano roses, basil, cantaloupe, basil again, and finally, the Galia melon.
  • Top with balsamic vinegar, or a herby basil pesto.
  • Serve.

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Nutrition

Calories: 103kcal | Carbohydrates: 9g | Protein: 8g | Fat: 5g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 0.004g | Cholesterol: 13mg | Sodium: 318mg | Potassium: 174mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 9g | Vitamin A: 3740IU | Vitamin C: 12mg | Calcium: 60mg | Iron: 1mg