Grilled Watermelon with Blue Cheese and Prosciutto

(from Lucianolinda’s recipe box)

Source: Southern Living

Serves 4 people

Categories: Fruit Desserts

Ingredients

  • 3 (1/2-inch thick) watermelon rounds, quartered
  • 1 Tbsp. olive oil
  • kosher salt
  • Freshly ground pepper
  • 4 oz. thinly sliced prosciutto
  • 4 oz. blue cheese, crumbled
  • Fresh basil leaves
  • 2 tsp. bottled balsamic glaze

Directions

  1. Preheat grill to 350 to 400 degrees (medium-high) heat. Brush both sides of each watermelon quarter with olive oil, and season with desired amount of salt and pepper. Cut prosciutto into thin strips.
  2. Grill watermelon quarters, without grill lid, 1 minute on each side or until grill marks appear.
  3. Transfer watermelon to a serving plate; top with blue cheese, prosciutto strips, and fresh basil. Drizzle watermelon with balsamic glaze. Serve immediately.

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