Prosciutto and Melon Crostini
These Prosciutto and Melon Crostini are a must-have sweet and salty appetizer combination, with salty prosciutto, sweet cantaloupe, crusty bread, whipped ricotta, and a balsamic glaze. All the delicious makings of a new way to enjoy the Italian classic.
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Servings: 6 servings (2pc per serving)
Ingredients
- 3 oz prosciutto di Parma cut in half length-wise
- 1 cup cantaloupe sliced thin
- 1 cup whole milk ricotta cheese
- 12 inch baguette sliced ¾in - 1in thick
- 1-2 tbsp balsamic reduction
- 1 tablespoon fresh basil
Instructions
- With your oven on broil, drizzle olive oil over both slides of the sliced bread and place in a single layer on a baking sheet. Broil on both sides for about 2-4 minutes until golden.
- Assemble – onto each slice of bread, first layer a spoonful of whipped ricotta, then a folded slice of prosciutto, then a folded slice of cantaloupe. Finish with a light drizzle of balsamic reduction and a sprinkling of fresh basil.
Nutrition Estimate
Calories: 158kcal | Carbohydrates: 7g | Protein: 7g | Fat: 11g | Saturated Fat: 5g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 4g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 30mg | Sodium: 164mg | Potassium: 149mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 3g | Vitamin A: 1107IU | Vitamin C: 10mg | Calcium: 93mg | Iron: 1mg