Melon Soup with Prosciutto Breadsticks Recipe

Name: Melon Soup with Prosciutto Breadsticks
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 ripe honeydew melon, about 3 pounds, inner flesh cut into 1-inch pieces (about 5 cups); 1/2 cup chopped fresh mint; 3 tablespoons melon liqueur (recommended: Midori); 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice, or more if desired; 2 tablespoons super fine sugar; 1 cup ripe cantaloupe balls; 4 grissini (thin breadsticks); 8 thin slices prosciutto, Serrano, or other mild ham; 2 tablespoons creme fraiche, garnish; Mint, for garnishing

Servings: persons

1
In 2 batches in a food processor, puree the melon, mint, 2 1/2 tablespoons of the liqueur, lime juice and sugar.
2
Taste for acidity, you may add more lime juice here if desired.
3
Place in a pitcher or bowl and refrigerate until well chilled.
4
In a bowl, toss the cantaloupe balls with the remaining 1/2 tablespoon liqueur and let macerate in the refrigerator.
5
Cut each breadstick in half crosswise and wrap each piece with a slice of ham.
6
To serve, ladle the soup into 4 shallow bowls.
7
Swirl 1 1/2 teaspoons of the creme fraiche into the center of each serving and arrange a portion of cantaloupe decoratively in each bowl.
8
Arrange 2 breadsticks on the rim of each bowl, and serve.
9
Garnish with fresh mint springs.

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Swap the honey for maple syrup or agave for a slightly different but equally rich sweetness.
Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 ripe honeydew melon, about 3 pounds, inner flesh cut into 1-inch pieces (about 5 cups), 1/2 cup chopped fresh mint, 3 tablespoons melon liqueur (recommended: Midori), 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice, or more if desired, and more.

Yes, Melon Soup with Prosciutto Breadsticks falls under the Soups & Stews category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3–5 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months — no need to refrigerate or reheat.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Melon Soup with Prosciutto Breadsticks

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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