Watermelon Caprese Skewers

Makes 10 skewers


½ medium sized watermelon

8 slices of prosciutto

20 mini mozzarella balls, drained

20 fresh basil leaves

⅛ teaspoon salt

⅛ teaspoon pepper

1 tablespoon Balsamic vinegar 

10 skewers


Slice watermelon in half. Take one of the halves and cut 2 large pieces that are 2 inches thick.  Using a melon baller or scoop, cut out 20 watermelon balls. Set aside.


Slice each piece of prosciutto in half. Fold each half into a square


To create the pattern on the skewer, start with a watermelon ball, then a prosciutto square, a mini mozzarella ball and finally a basil leaf.  Do this pattern twice on each skewer.


Place all the skewers on a serving tray and sprinkle with salt and pepper.  Drizzle with balsamic vinegar over the top.  Serve chilled.  


Wine Pairing Suggestions-  Occasio Winery Sparking Rosé and 2024 Murrieta’s Well Sauvignon Blanc



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