Imagine a dish that perfectly captures the essence of summer in just one bite - sweet, smoky, salty, and absolutely mouthwatering. These Prosciutto Wrapped Grilled Peaches are not just a recipe, they're a culinary experience that will transform your ordinary appetizer game into something extraordinary. With the perfect balance of caramelized fruit, crispy prosciutto, and a tantalizing balsamic glaze, this Italian-inspired dish is guaranteed to impress your guests and elevate your cooking skills.
Prep Time: 15 mins
Cook Time: 10 mins
Total Time: 25 mins
Cuisine: Italian
Serves: 4 servings
Ingredients
- 4 ripe peaches, halved and pitted
- 8 slices of prosciutto
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon balsamic glaze
- Fresh basil leaves for garnish
Instructions
- Prepare the peaches by washing them thoroughly and cutting each peach in half. Remove the pit carefully using a small spoon or knife, creating a clean cavity.
- Brush the peach halves lightly with olive oil on both sides. This will help prevent sticking and enhance caramelization during grilling.
- Preheat your grill or grill pan to medium-high heat, around 400-450°F. Ensure the grates are clean and lightly oiled to prevent sticking.
- Place the peach halves cut-side down on the hot grill. Grill for 3-4 minutes until nice grill marks appear and the peaches start to soften and caramelize.
- Carefully flip the peaches and grill for an additional 2-3 minutes on the skin side. Remove from heat and let cool slightly for 2-3 minutes.
- Take each grilled peach half and wrap it completely with a slice of prosciutto, ensuring the meat covers most of the peach surface.
- Arrange the prosciutto-wrapped peaches on a serving platter. Drizzle balsamic glaze generously over the top.
- Garnish with fresh basil leaves, tearing them slightly to release their aromatic oils just before serving.
- Serve immediately while the peaches are still warm and the prosciutto is crisp, ideally as an appetizer or side dish.
Tips
- Choose ripe but firm peaches to ensure they hold their shape during grilling.
- Oil your grill grates well to prevent sticking and achieve beautiful char marks.
- Don't overcook the peaches - you want them softened with light caramelization, not mushy.
- Let the peaches cool slightly before wrapping with prosciutto to prevent the meat from becoming too limp.
- For extra flavor, try adding a light sprinkle of fresh cracked black pepper or a small piece of goat cheese inside the peach before wrapping.
- Serve immediately after preparation to enjoy the optimal temperature and texture contrast.
- If you don't have a grill, a grill pan or even a hot cast-iron skillet works perfectly.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 180kcal
Carbohydrates: 12g
Protein: 10g
Fat: 12g
Saturated Fat: 4g
Cholesterol: 25mg
