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Chilled Melon Salad Recipe

Chilled Melon Salad with Serrano Ham, Feta, and Almonds

If you're on the hunt for a recipe that features some of the season's best produce, look no further. This chilled melon salad with serrano ham, feta, and almonds is the perfect combination of sweet, salty, and savory. Whether you want to make it for a full meal or a side dish, it's sure to satisfy.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 4 people
Course: Main Course, Salad
Ingredients Method

Ingredients
  

  • 1 cup fresh cherry tomatoes 1" cubed
  • 1/4 cup fresh mint halved
  • 2 cups honeydew melon chopped
  • 4 cups fresh arugula
  • 2 oz Serrano ham
  • 3 1/2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
  • 1/4 cup white balsamic vinegar
  • 1/4 tsp kosher salt
  • 1/4 tsp ground black pepper
  • 1/4 cup almonds blanched, silvered
  • 1/4 cup crumbled feta cheese

Method
 

  1. Mix diced melon, tomatoes, and mint in a bowl and keep cold.
  2. Shred thinly sliced ham into a bowl and ensure it doesn’t clump together.
  3. Just before serving, add the arugula and toss the salad with oil, vinegar, salt, and freshly ground black pepper.
  4. Serve garnished with feta cheese and toasted slivered almonds.
  5. Chef’s Tip: Use assorted melons such as honeydew, cantaloupe, watermelon, etc.