Prosciutto With Papaya

Ingredients

1 large ripe papaya
4 lettuce leaves
2 ounces paper-thin slices prosciutto
= (or smoked ham)
8 ripe olives

Method

Pare the ripe papaya and remove seeds. Slice lengthwise into eight slices. Line 4 plates with lettuce leaves and arrange two strips of papaya on each plate. Gently wrap center of each piece of papaya with prosciutto.

Garnish with olives.

This recipe yields 4 servings.

Exchanges Per Serving: 1 Fruit, 1/2 Lean Meat.

Nutrition Facts: Carbohydrates 12g; Protein 4g; Fat 2g; Calories 79; Fiber 1.5g; Sodium 214mg; Cholesterol 8mg.

Note: Low-sodium diets: This recipe is not suitable. Papaya may be served with thin slices of chicken or turkey breast.

Yield

4 Servings


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