Prosciutto-Wrapped Shrimp and Melon

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Level: Easy
Total: 35 min
Active: 20 min
Yield: 6 to 8 servings

Ingredients

  1. Kosher salt
  2. 16 large shrimp, peeled and deveined (about 1 pound)
  3. 16 small thin slices melon (honeydew, cantaloupe and/or watermelon)
  4. 6 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
  5. 3 tablespoons white balsamic vinegar
  6. 1 teaspoon honey
  7. Freshly ground pepper
  8. 8 thin slices prosciutto, halved lengthwise
  9. 1/2 cup fresh basil
  10. 1/2 cup fresh parsley

Instructions

  1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the shrimp and simmer until cooked through, about 2 minutes. Drain and rinse under cold water; pat dry and transfer to a large bowl. Add the melon, 4 tablespoons olive oil, 2 tablespoons vinegar, the honey, 1/2 teaspoon salt and a few grinds of pepper; gently stir. Let marinate 15 minutes.
  2. Wrap 1 melon slice and 1 shrimp in a piece of prosciutto; secure with a toothpick. Repeat with the remaining ingredients.
  3. Transfer the remaining marinade to a blender. Add the remaining 2 tablespoons olive oil, 1 tablespoon vinegar and the herbs; puree. Season with salt and pepper. Serve the prosciutto-shrimp bundles with the dressing.

Nutrition Facts

Serving Size 1 of 8 servings
Calories 189
Total Fat 12 g
Saturated Fat 2 g
Carbohydrates 7 g
Dietary Fiber 1 g
Sugar 6 g
Protein 14 g
Cholesterol 148 mg
Sodium 708 mg

 

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