Watermelon, Mozzarella and Prosciutto Skewers
Sweet & salty, these watermelon, mozzarella and prosciutto skewers are a super fun party appetizer. Easy to make in 15 minutes flat, they’re fantastic for summer! Gluten free.
Note: This recipe is NOT dairy free. It was published before Cook Nourish Bliss transitioned to dairy free recipes and remains popular with long time readers. You can try using substitutions to make it dairy free, however I have not tested this myself and can’t say how it will turn out.
Today’s recipe is pure fun. Absolutely tasty of course, but mostly just fun.
I mean, how can it not be when there are skewers involved?
So grab all the necessary ingredients and make these watermelon skewers part of your summer plans!
We have some fresh mozzarella balls. Watermelon. Cucumber. Prosciutto.
All threaded onto a wooden skewer or toothpick. You can make them as small or as big as you like.
Right before serving, we’ll sprinkle on a little fresh basil and drizzle on some thick, amazing balsamic glaze. Sweet, salty, awesome.
Don’t have skewers? No problem! Just lay out all the components slightly overlapping on a serving platter. You’ll still get all the tasty goodness that way too.
Just not as much fun. Oh, who are we kidding. Still totally fun since watermelon is involved.
Additional Watermelon Recipes You Might Enjoy:
- Strawberry Watermelon Smoothie
- Watermelon Basil Agua Fresca
- Watermelon Coconut Milkshake
- Watermelon and Cream Ice Pops
- Watermelon Salad with Sriracha Vinaigrette
Did you make this recipe? Rate and review it down below! I’d love to hear from you.
Watermelon, Mozzarella and Prosciutto Skewers
Sweet & salty, these watermelon, mozzarella and prosciutto skewers are a super fun party appetizer. Easy to make in 15 minutes flat, they’re fantastic for summer! Gluten free.
Ingredients
- wooden skewers or toothpicks, for assembling
- 20 small fresh mozzarella balls, patted dry
- 20 (about 1-inch square) chunks seedless watermelon
- 20 (½-inch thick) slices (peeled or unpeeled) cucumber
- 20 thin slices prosciutto
- minced fresh basil, for sprinkling
- balsamic glaze, for drizzling
Instructions
- On the skewers or toothpicks, thread one mozzarella ball, then one piece of the watermelon, a piece of the cucumber and lastly a slice of prosciutto. Repeat as needed to fill the skewer or toothpick (I usually do two rounds on each skewer).
- Place the assembled skewers on a serving tray. Sprinkle with fresh basil, then drizzle generously with the balsamic glaze. Serve immediately.
Notes
I like to try to roll up the prosciutto slices before threading them on the skewers. But you can thread them on however you would like.
You can assemble the skewers in advance - just don’t sprinkle the basil and drizzle the balsamic glaze until right before serving.
Nutrition Information:
Yield: 10 Serving Size: 1Amount Per Serving: Calories: 120Total Fat: 9gSaturated Fat: 5gTrans Fat: 0gUnsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 31mgSodium: 291mgCarbohydrates: 2gFiber: 1gSugar: 2gProtein: 9g
Nutrition data shown is an estimate provided by an online calculator and is for informational purposes only. It should not be considered a substitute for a medical professional’s advice.
Oh yum – I love this sweet & salty combo! What a refreshing and tasty summer dish.
Right? How is it July already? I have so many things I want to do (more like recipes because that’s allll my life revolves around, haha) but the time is seriously flying by! But. This recipe looks ah-mazing. Like amazing. Love it!
I haven’t eaten nearly enough watermelon yet this, summer, I’d better get on that! I love these, especially that you added prosciutto…I can never get enough of the sweet/salty combo 🙂 🙂
Yes, me either! So good!
Oh my these skewers sound amazing and need to be on my 4th of July menu!! I just got this awesome balsamic glaze from trader joes that would go perfect with these. And I’m like you, I heart watermelon. It’s just so good. Pinning. Ps can’t wait for those enchiladas. Eeek. 🙂
Balsamic glaze is the best!! Happy July 4th!
I.Need.these.- like what the what- NOW! 😉 loving how fun, easy and SERIOUSLY delish these are. So perfect for this weekend! Hey summer- Hit pause long enough for me to put some Watermelon on da barbie. (I’m such a dork, I know) Cheers, girlie♡ hope you have a great 4th!!
haha this made me smile – have a great 4th!!
I just want to tell summer to STOP going so dang fast! So many recipes I still need to make with summer produce! 😉 Uhh like these skewers for instance. Drooling over here! Watermelon, mozzarella and prosciutto sounds like the best combo EVEER!
What the what is right. Where did June go? The summer will be gone before we know it, which reminds me, I need to eat more watermelon. I love these sweet and savory skewers. Pass the plate!
Yes! Eat more watermelon!
Lovely creation!! Love the colors combination!
I actually think I love the cukes on here the most! Perfect for the sleepless nights…..2 dogs who are scared of all the fireworks and thunderstorms we are experiencing! Ha. Skewer food is the BEST. No silverware to wash. Confession: I only have 8 forks/knives/spoons so when I host I have to bring out the plastic. This makes skewer food hold a special place in my heart. That mozz is calling my name right now.
Ha! I love that – skewers definitely make for easy clean up! Oh gosh I know, our dog is scared of fireworks and thunder too!
My goodness, I need these skewers in my life! What a great combination. I never would have thought to combine these ingredients but it’s perfect!
Thanks Ashley!!
I had to do a double take when I read that there was watermelon in here–what a neat idea! I bet the flavor combo is delicious!!
Love how fun and easy these skewers are! You’re right, definitely pure fun, and pure deliciousness 🙂
I haven’t consumed nearly enough watermelon so far this summer, so obviously I should make these skewers. They’re so fun! Can you image how cute mini versions of these skewers would be as appetizers!? Love this 🙂
yes yes yes! I wanted to make them smaller but couldn’t find the right toothpicks!
MMM! These skewers sound sooo flavoursome and refreshing! I’ve never tried pairing watermelon with these kinds of ingredients before, but they sound like such a great combo. What a delicious summer recipe, and the photos are stunning. They’re making me so hungry!!!
That giant clock is ticking for me, too, and I hope it runs out of batteries. Seriously. Now, I’ve never been a fan of watermelon, which most people think is the strangest thing ever. But skewer it with all of these ingredients that I’m crazy about, and I’m all for it! Perfect summer bites! 🙂
haha I know the feeling – most people think I’m nuts since I hate seafood!
I know! June went by so fast – I almost don’t believe it existed. Anyway, LOVE these skewers! It’s so perfect for all the food filled BBQ’s this summer. Looks like a real crowd pleaser : )
Very nice! We have been really lucky with our watermelons this season – they’ve been sweet and with this great sandy texture – so I keep buying them. I have never used watermelon in a skewer…what a tasty and fun app!
I absolutely lurve watermelon and have been trying to think of recipes to use it with but all I can come up with is stuffing it straight into my face, haha! This idea is brilliant though. There’s such a fun mix of textures and flavors!
haha stuffing it straight into your face is the way I go most of the time!
I feel the same way, how is it July already? These skewers are so much fun! Love the flavors and yay bring on all the watermelon recipes! Have a great weekend! 🙂
1. I totally support all the things with food and summer produce! I’m trying to do the same thing here, except I’ve been all over berries for the last two months and want to continue my streak.
2. WATERMELON 4 LIFE!
3. These skewers look and sound like the perfect little appetizer to get the party started for this weekend. And my family and I just might be making them now because, well, YUM.
haha oh I know, I’ve eaten so many berries too!!
Easy, peasy and tasty…I love those skewers!
I will admit, I’ve never been a huge watermelon fan, but I think I’m going to try to give it a chance again. I love the flavor profile of these skewers and I think if made, I would probably fall in love with watermelon again. We’ll see how it goes :). Love this Ashley.
Oh gosh, I don’t know what I’d do without watermelon in the summer!! haha Good luck! 🙂
These are lovely and the perfect picnic food!
How quick and easy it this?! Summer is all about meals on a skewer – the possibilities are endless. I made some amazing Moroccan lamb skewers the other day.
You’ve managed to put all of my most favorite things on an adorable little stick. I would eat all of these!
I like it!!
These skewers are definitely fun, Ashley! I love it! Such a great idea to pair watermelon with proscuitto and mozzarella. This sounds like a perfect 4th of July appetizer! Yum!