PROSCIUTTO HONEYDEW WITH BALSAMIC REDUCTION

Prosciutto Honeydew with Balsamic Reduction image

I often saw these bites on restaurant menus and thought about how simple they must be to prepare at home. The fresh mint from our garden adds a bright kick to these already delectable temptations. You could use different herbs with the prosciutto; herbes de Provence just provides another level of taste. -Jenn Tidwell, Fair Oaks, California

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 40m

Yield about 7 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 9

Ingredients

1 large honeydew melon, peeled, seeded and cut into 1-inch cubes
1/4 cup lime juice
2 tablespoons minced fresh mint
1/4 teaspoon coarsely ground pepper
42 thin slices prosciutto, halved crosswise
6 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
3 tablespoons soy sauce
2 teaspoons sugar or honey
2 garlic cloves, minced

Steps:

Combine melon, lime juice, mint and pepper; toss gently to coat. Wrap each melon cube with half a slice of prosciutto and secure with a toothpick. Arrange on a serving platter; cover and refrigerate., Meanwhile, in a small saucepan, mix vinegar, soy sauce, sugar and garlic. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer 7-9 minutes or until slightly thickened. Cool to room temperature. Drizzle over melon.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 23 calories, Fat 1g fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 6mg cholesterol, Sodium 173mg sodium, Carbohydrate 2g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 2g protein.