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Prosciutto-Wrapped Summer Melon + Baby Arugula

Servings: 6

Ingredients

  • 8 slices of ripe melon any variety
  • 8 slices prosciutto
  • 3 cups baby arugula
  • 2 Tbsps extra-virgin olive oil
  • 3 tsps Dijon mustard
  • 2 Tbsps raw honey
  • 2 Tbsps freshly squeezed orange juice

Instructions

  • Be sure to rinse melons under cold running water to remove any bacteria or dirt on the surface of the skin.
  • Using a sharp knife, slice your melon in halflengthwise and scoop out the seeds. Slice lengthwise into slender wedges as shown in the photos, cut off the melon skin/rind then wrap with a slice of prosciutto around each wedge.
  • In a small bowl, whisk olive oil, Dijon mustard, honey, and orange juice.
  • Arrange the arugula on a large plate and drizzle half the dressing over it.
  • Arrange your melon wrapped in prosciutto on top of the arugula then drizzle remaining dressing over it.
  • Serve melon slices immediately with a serving of the arugula. Flavors complement each other nicely!
  • Enjoy!