Best 9 Ouzo Marinated Melon With Prosciutto Recipes

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Embark on a culinary journey with an exquisite dish that tantalizes your taste buds and transports you to the sun-kissed shores of Greece. Ouzo-Marinated Melon with Prosciutto is a symphony of flavors, where the sweetness of ripe melon harmonizes with the salty savoriness of prosciutto. Drizzled with a luscious honey-balsamic reduction, each bite bursts with a refreshing medley of sweet, salty, and tangy notes.

This article presents a collection of recipes that revolve around this delectable dish. Discover how to create your own Ouzo-Marinated Melon with Prosciutto, featuring step-by-step instructions and a list of necessary ingredients. Elevate your culinary skills with additional recipes that complement the main dish, such as a refreshing Ouzo Cocktail, a flavorful Grilled Halloumi Salad, and a delectable Prosciutto-Wrapped Dates appetizer. Indulge in a complete Mediterranean-inspired feast that will impress your family and friends.

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MELON WRAPPED IN PROSCIUTTO



Melon Wrapped In Prosciutto image

Provided by Ina Garten

Categories     appetizer

Time 10m

Yield 5 to 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 2

1 gala melon
10 to 15 slices prosciutto

Steps:

  • Peel and slice the gala melon into 1/2-inch semi-circle slices. Wrap a slice of prosciutto around each wedge and arrange on a platter.

PROSCIUTTO E MELONE (ITALIAN HAM AND MELON)



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This easy and refreshing starter featuring cantaloupe and cured ham (Parma ham for instance) can also be served as an appetizer: just cut the cantaloupe into bite-size pieces, wrap them with ham and spear them on skewers for a colorful snack! Use superior quality Italian ham for best results.

Provided by SunFlower

Categories     Appetizers and Snacks     Antipasto Recipes

Time 10m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 2

1 cantaloupe - seeded and cut into 8 wedges
8 thin slices prosciutto

Steps:

  • Remove the flesh from the rind of the cantaloupe; wrap each piece of cantaloupe with a slice of the ham. Serve cold.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 99.3 calories, Carbohydrate 11.3 g, Cholesterol 12.5 mg, Fat 4.8 g, Fiber 1.2 g, Protein 3.9 g, SaturatedFat 1.8 g, Sodium 296.4 mg, Sugar 10.1 g

MELON AND PROSCIUTTO WITH BALSAMIC VINEGAR AND MINT



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Categories     Appetizer     Quick & Easy     Wheat/Gluten-Free     Melon     Mint     Summer     Prosciutto     Gourmet

Yield Serves 4 as a first course

Number Of Ingredients 5

2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
2 tablespoons minced fresh mint leaves plus mint sprigs for garnish
1 tablespoon sugar
twelve 1/4-inch-thick wedges of seeded and peeled honeydew melon or cantaloupe
4 thin slices of prosciutto (about 2 ounces)

Steps:

  • In a small bowl stir together the vinegar, the minced mint, and the sugar, let the mixture stand for 30 minutes, and force it through a fine sieve set over a bowl, pressing hard on the solids. Arrange 3 wedges of the melon on each of 4 chilled plates and drizzle each serving with some of the vinegar mixture. Drape each serving of melon with a slice of the prosciutto and garnish the plates with the mint sprigs.

OUZO-MARINATED MELON WITH PROSCIUTTO



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Categories     Liqueur     Appetizer     Melon     Prosciutto     Bon Appétit     Sugar Conscious     Paleo     Dairy Free     Wheat/Gluten-Free     Peanut Free     Tree Nut Free     Soy Free

Yield Serves 4

Number Of Ingredients 5

1/2 cantaloupe
2 tablespoons ouzo (unsweetened anise liqueur)
1/2 teaspoon finely chopped aniseed
8 thin sliced prosciutto or Parma ham
Fresh mint sprigs

Steps:

  • Fill melon cavity with ouzo and sprinkle with aniseed. Cover and chill 1 day.
  • Pour juices from melon into small bowl and reserve. Cut melon into 4 wedges. Transfer to plates and drizzle with reserved juices. Drape prosciutto over melon. Season with pepper. Garnish with mint sprigs and serve.

PROSCIUTTO AND MELON (PROSCIUTTO E MELONE)



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Ready in 5 to 10 minutes! With only three ingredients and no-cooking required, this prosciutto wrapped melon is one easy and amazingly delicious summer dish! You'll love the flavor combination of sweet, ripe cantaloupe and salty prosciutto ham.

Provided by Suzy Karadsheh

Categories     Appetizer     Salad

Time 10m

Number Of Ingredients 4

1 Cantaloupe
4 to 5 ounces Prosciutto di Parma, (thinly sliced )
2 tbsp honey or balsamic glaze, (more to your liking (I used this Greek honey))
Basil leaves for garnish, (optional )

Steps:

  • Prepare the cantaloupe and cut it into wedges. I find it easier to peel the cantaloupe, once you cut it. So, first, cut the cantaloupe in half. Using a spoon, remove the seeds. Then cut each half into wedges and peel them. 
  • Wrap the prosciutto around the cantaloupe wedges and arrange them on a serving platter (left some wedges without prosciutto, since I had more cantaloupe to use up).
  • Drizzle a little bit of balsamic glaze or quality honey (or both, if you like) If using, arrange a few basil leaves on the platter. I loved the addition of fresh basil leaves for a pop of color and freshness, but this is totally optional. 
  • Serve immediately or chill for a few hours until ready to serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 65.7 kcal, Carbohydrate 6.8 g, Protein 1.6 g, SaturatedFat 1.3 g, TransFat 0.1 g, Cholesterol 6.2 mg, Sodium 70.1 mg, Fiber 0.4 g, Sugar 6.5 g, ServingSize 1 serving

MELON AND PROSCIUTTO WRAPS



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Provided by Food Network

Categories     appetizer

Yield Makes 48

Number Of Ingredients 4

1/2 cantaloupe
1/2 honeydew melon
24 very thin slices prosciutto
48 toothpicks

Steps:

  • Scoop out seeds from each melon half. Cut each half into 6 wedges. Remove melon skins. Wrap 1 or 2 slices of prosciutto around each wedge. Secure prosciutto with 4 toothpicks. Cut each wedge into 4 bite-sized pieces. Cover and refrigerate.
  • Serve chilled.
  • (Can be made 2 to 3 hours ahead of time and chilled. Make sure melon wedges are well wrapped so that they do not dry out.)

MINTED MELON, TOMATO & PROSCIUTTO SALAD



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Quality produce makes this dish, Charentais melon, heirloom tomatoes and salty prosciutto marry beautifully. Ideal as a sharing platter starter for a summer dinner party

Provided by Barney Desmazery

Categories     Lunch, Starter

Time 10m

Number Of Ingredients 8

about 500g different-coloured heirloom tomatoes , chopped into large chunks (smaller ones left whole or halved)
1 Charentais melon , segmented and cut into chunks roughly the same size as the tomatoes
12 slices prosciutto - the best you can afford
handful mint , leaves picked, shredded
crusty bread , to serve
1½ tbsp sherry or red wine vinegar
3 tbsp olive oil
1 tsp honey

Steps:

  • To make the dressing, whisk all the ingredients together in a bowl and set aside.
  • Toss the tomatoes and melon together in a bowl with a little dressing, some sea salt and black pepper. Loosely lay the prosciutto over a platter and pile the tomatoes and melon on top. Drizzle with extra dressing, scatter with mint and serve straight away with crusty bread.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 174 calories, Fat 9 grams fat, SaturatedFat 2 grams saturated fat, Carbohydrate 10 grams carbohydrates, Sugar 10 grams sugar, Fiber 3 grams fiber, Protein 10 grams protein, Sodium 1.3 milligram of sodium

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.

Provided by RACHELSCHWARTZ

Categories     Appetizers and Snacks     Antipasto Recipes

Time 25m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 4

¼ cup lime juice
1 honeydew melon, fruit removed with a melon baller
9 ounces thinly sliced prosciutto
36 sprigs fresh mint

Steps:

  • 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.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 121.1 calories, Carbohydrate 10.6 g, Cholesterol 18.7 mg, Fat 6.9 g, Fiber 0.9 g, Protein 5 g, SaturatedFat 2.7 g, Sodium 431 mg, Sugar 8.7 g

PROSCIUTTO WITH MARINATED MELON



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Make and share this Prosciutto With Marinated Melon recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Abby Girl

Categories     Melons

Time 15m

Yield 8-10 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 medium honeydew melon (or any kind of melon except watermelon)
1/2 lime, juice of
1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes
1/4 teaspoon kosher salt
4 mint leaves, torn onto small pieces
6 ounces prosciutto, paper thin slices
1 tablespoon olive oil

Steps:

  • Stand the melon on one cut end and slice off the remaining rind.
  • Cut the melon in half lengthwise and scoop out the seeds.
  • Halve each melon half, so that you have four long wedges. Slice the wedges crosswise about 1/4" thick. Gently toss the melon in a bowl with the lime juice, red pepper flakes, salt and half of the mint.
  • Arrange on a platter, drape the prosciutto on top, and drizzle with the olive oil.
  • Sprinkle with the remaining mint and serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 73.5, Fat 1.9, SaturatedFat 0.3, Sodium 83.4, Carbohydrate 14.8, Fiber 1.3, Sugar 13, Protein 0.9

Tips:

  • Use ripe melons: Using ripe and flavorful melons will ensure that your dish is packed with flavor. Look for melons that are heavy for their size and have a sweet smell.
  • Choose high-quality prosciutto: The quality of the prosciutto will also impact the overall taste of the dish. Opt for prosciutto that is thinly sliced and has a good balance of fat and lean meat.
  • Use fresh herbs: Fresh herbs, such as basil and mint, add a refreshing flavor to the dish. If you don't have fresh herbs on hand, you can use dried herbs, but be sure to use less, as they are more concentrated.
  • Don't over-marinate the melon: Over-marinating the melon can make it too soft and mushy. 30 minutes to 1 hour is typically enough time for the melon to absorb the flavors of the marinade.
  • Serve immediately: This dish is best enjoyed immediately after it is made. The melon and prosciutto will start to lose their freshness and flavor if they are left to sit for too long.

Conclusion:

Ouzo marinated melon with prosciutto is a refreshing and flavorful appetizer or light lunch that is perfect for summer gatherings. The combination of sweet melon, salty prosciutto, and tangy ouzo marinade creates a delightful taste experience. This dish is easy to make and can be tailored to your own preferences. For example, you can use different types of melon, such as cantaloupe or honeydew, or you can add other ingredients to the marinade, such as lemon juice or honey. No matter how you choose to make it, ouzo marinated melon with prosciutto is a surefire crowd-pleaser.

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