Easy 15-Minute Prosciutto Melon Breakfast Skewers Perfect for Quick Healthy Mornings
A quick, fresh, and light breakfast recipe combining sweet melon and salty prosciutto on skewers, perfect for rushed mornings or lazy brunches.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Yield: 12 skewers (serves 4) 1x
- Category: Breakfast
- Cuisine: Italian-inspired
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 ripe cantaloupe melon, cut into 1-inch cubes (about 2.5 cm)
- 6 oz (170 g) thinly sliced prosciutto
- 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
- A handful of fresh mint leaves (optional)
- 1 teaspoon extra virgin olive oil
- Freshly cracked black pepper to taste (optional)
- About 12 wooden skewers
Instructions
- Wash the cantaloupe thoroughly. Cut it in half, scoop out the seeds, and slice the flesh into 1-inch cubes. Place the cubes in a mixing bowl. (About 10 minutes)
- Drizzle the fresh lemon juice and olive oil over the melon cubes. Gently toss to coat without breaking the fruit. (2 minutes)
- Lay out the prosciutto slices on a clean surface. Tear or cut each slice into pieces roughly the same size as the melon cubes, about 2×2 inches. (3 minutes)
- Take a skewer and thread one melon cube, followed by a folded piece of prosciutto, then another melon cube if desired. Alternate until the skewer is filled but not overcrowded—usually 2-3 pieces total per skewer. Repeat until all melon and prosciutto are used. (5 minutes)
- Arrange the skewers on your serving platter. Scatter fresh mint leaves over the top and sprinkle with freshly cracked black pepper. Optionally, drizzle a little extra olive oil for a glossy finish. (2 minutes)
Notes
Keep the melon chilled until the last moment to maintain freshness. Soak bamboo skewers for 10 minutes if planning to grill. Avoid packing pieces too tightly on skewers for easier eating. Assemble just before serving for best freshness. Can substitute melon types or prosciutto with other proteins or vegan options.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 3 skewers per servin
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 7
- Sodium: 450
- Fat: 5
- Saturated Fat: 1.5
- Carbohydrates: 8
- Fiber: 1
- Protein: 7
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