Ultimate Prosecco Food Pairing Guide [20 Great Pairings!]

Few wines are as approachable and food-friendly as Prosecco. This effervescent and refreshing wine has all the makings for an easy drinking and ideal food pairing wine.
Prosecco’s low alcohol and zippy acidity revives the palate while accentuating the complex flavors in all sorts of dishes.
It’s no wonder why Prosecco is one of the most popular sparkling wines of the world.
This guide covers everything you need to know about making the perfect Prosecco food pairing.
We explain tasting notes, regional differences, pairing tips, and provide loads of amazing food recommendations!
What Does Prosecco Taste Like?
Before discussing which foods pair best with Prosecco, it’s first helpful to review what Prosecco tastes like and what makes it a preferred sparkling wine to pair over others.
Prosecco is a light-bodied sparkling white wine made from the glera grape, previously known as the prosecco grape. Usually made dry or extra dry, some brut wines with subtle residual sugar are typical.
Prosecco’s natural high acidity and low alcohol content make it a refreshing wine that’s ideal for celebrating, or starting the evening on a high note. It’s affordability compared to Champagne or Cava is another reason why so many people flock to this sparkling wine.
Unlike Champagne or Cava, Prosecco is made using the Charmat or “tank method,” where secondary fermentation occurs in airtight sealed tanks instead of in bottles. This creates noticeable, quickly dissipating bubbles that give Prosecco its signature effervescence.
Prosecco can be expected to have flavors of pear, green apple, citrus, and melon. While typically not aged or vintaged, some superior examples of Prosecco can develop a nutty or honey flavor in bottle.
Veneto Prosecco
Similarly to Champagne, Prosecco can only be made in one region. In this case, it’s Veneto, Italy. Prosecco, as we mentioned earlier, is made from the glera grape, which was previously named the prosecco grape.
This name change occurred in the mid-2000s when the Prosecco di Conegliano-Valdobbiadene obtained DOCG status.
Producers wanted to avoid confusion between this region (where Prosecco is made) and a town in Italy that was - coincidentally - also named Prosecco.
Prosecco is usually inexpensive in this region and comes from high-yielding vineyards over a large area.
Some superior examples can be found in small-production vineyards, though the charm of this wine is in its affordability.
Prosecco is often combined with white peach juice in Italy to make the infamous cocktail, the bellini.
How to Pair Prosecco
Prosecco is an ideal food pairing wine that accentuates and elevates a whole host of dishes.
With charming acidity and low alcohol content, Prosecco is highly versatile and a great wine to serve with your more complicated cuisines.
Factors to Consider When Pairing Foods with Prosecco
When it comes to pairing Prosecco, there aren’t too many rules. Its acidity and low alcohol make it a friend for rich and spicy foods such as Indian or Thai cuisine, especially if you opt for a brut Prosecco that has some residual sugar.
Related: If you like a sweeter Prosecco, have you tried Moscato? See how they compare in our guide.
Its effervescence makes it a friendly wine to high-fat and fried foods such as eggs benedict (brunch bellinis, anyone?) and fish and chips.
Pairing Prosecco with delicate or buttery cream sauces such as bechamel will lighten up the dish and add a much-needed fruity element.
Ideally, when pairing with Prosecco, herb-focused or rich proteins such as prime rib and strong cheeses should be avoided.
Dishes like these will make Prosecco taste bitter and less fruit-forward when paired.
The Best Prosecco Food Pairings
Now that we’ve covered all of our bases, it’s time for some fun! Prosecco is a highly versatile wine that works well with a wide variety of foods.
Here are some amazing dishes, snacks and cheeses to pair with Prosecco.
Prosecco Meat Dish Pairings

A Japanese sushi selection
Prosecco Vegetarian Dish Pairings

Fried oyster mushrooms
Prosecco Appetizer Pairings

Indian samosas
Prosecco and Cheese Pairings

Camembert cheese
Prosecco and Snack Pairings

Strawberries & whipped cream