Wrapped around melon or figs as an appetizer

Wrapped around melon or figs as an appetizer recipe videos

This elegant appetizer features thin slices of cured meat, such as prosciutto or serrano ham, wrapped around wedges of fresh melon (typically cantaloupe) or figs. The dish is a classic of Italian and Mediterranean cuisine, celebrated for its simplicity and balance of flavors.

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🍽️ Nutrition at a glance

This appetizer is moderate in calories, with a rough ballpark of 80-120 calories per serving, depending on the meat and fruit portion. It provides a good balance of protein and healthy fats from the cured meat, along with vitamins (like vitamin A from melon) and natural sugars from the fruit.

Nutrition breakdown

Calories	120 kcal
Protein	7 g
Carbs	12 g
Fat	5 g
Fiber	2 g
Sugar	10 g
Sodium	480 mg
Potassium	220 mg
Vitamin K	4 mcg
Vitamin C	2 mg
Calcium	25 mg
Iron	0.8 mg
Magnesium	15 mg
Phosphorus	30 mg
Zinc	0.5 mg

Per 2 slices prosciutto (about 30 g) wrapped around 1 small fig (about 50 g) · estimated, varies by recipe

💡 What's interesting

The dish is a perfect example of the culinary principle of 'agrodolce' (sweet and savory), where the saltiness of the cured meat intensifies the sweetness of the ripe fruit. Nutritionally, the combination offers a quick energy boost from the fruit's sugars alongside the sustaining protein from the meat.