When the summer sun is high in the sky and you're craving a light and refreshing meal, a melon and Parma ham salad with mint dressing is the perfect dish to satisfy your taste buds. This simple yet elegant salad combines the sweet and juicy flavors of melon with the salty and savory taste of Parma ham, all complemented by a zesty and aromatic mint dressing. Not only is this salad a delight to the palate, but it's also a breeze to prepare, making it an ideal choice for busy weeknights or casual gatherings. So, let's dive into the world of flavors and explore the best recipe for this tantalizing melon and Parma ham salad with mint dressing.
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PARMA HAM & MELON SALAD
Steps:
- Peel the melon, remove the seeds and cut into 8 slices.
- Wrap each melon wedge with a slice of Parma ham.
- Drizzle the dish with olive oil and sprinkle with parsley and pepper. Serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 1 serving, Calories 191 calories, Sugar 16 g, Sodium 763 mg, Fat 8.7 g, SaturatedFat 2.2 g, Carbohydrate 18.8 g, Fiber 2.6 g, Protein 11 g, Cholesterol 32 mg
MELON AND PARMA HAM SALAD WITH MINT DRESSING
This combination works extremely well and is tasty tasty tasty! There are 2 ways I serve this, either as a main course summer salad with cantaloupe melon mixed into salad leaves with strips of parma ham running through it and the dressing poured over, or as my mum does for a starter, use whole big chunks of honeydew melon with the parma ham grilled until crisp (watch it as it burns easily) and a little salad as garnish. The dressing is a must and makes the dish and you must must must use fresh mint leaves. That's a must!
Provided by robd16
Categories Ham
Time 15m
Yield 4-6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Pulse the dressing in a blender adding the mint leaves last, leaving them only half blended into the dressing. Put in the fridge until ready to use.
- Assemble the salad any way you like (see above) grilling the parma ham until crisp for a change or if you like it like this (it does add another dimension done like this, but I do like it raw too).
- Pour a little of the dressing over the salad and serve with extra dressing on the side for those who want more. Some nice crusty bread wouldn't go amiss either!
MELON, CUCUMBER AND MINT SALAD
Alex loves mint in many forms: muddled in a cocktail, layered in a sandwich or tossed with fruit like in this melon salad.
Provided by Alex Guarnaschelli
Categories side-dish
Time 20m
Yield 4 to 6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Place the melons on a flat surface and split each one in half. Scoop out and discard the seeds. Slice the ends off, then slice off the skin with a knife. Cut the flesh into 1- to 2-inch chunks. Transfer 1 heaping cup of melon chunks to a blender. Refrigerate the remaining melon chunks in a large bowl until chilled.
- Make the dressing: Add 3 tablespoons olive oil, the lime zest and juice and the honey to the blender. Puree until smooth. Taste for seasoning; add more honey, if needed. Add a splash of water if needed to make a smooth dressing. Refrigerate the dressing until ready to serve.
- In a medium bowl, toss the cucumbers with the remaining 1 tablespoon olive oil and a generous amount of pepper. Toss the chilled melon chunks with the dressing. Add the cucumbers, sprinkle the mint on top and mix a little.
SUMMER FRUIT SALAD WITH A LEMON, HONEY, AND MINT DRESSING
A simply elegant fruit salad paired with a sweet and tangy lemon-mint dressing
Provided by TimTanguay
Categories Salad Fruit Salad Recipes Strawberry Salad Recipes
Time 1h20m
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Combine watermelon, strawberries, peaches, nectarines, pear, and grapes in a large mixing bowl.
- Whisk lemon juice, mint, lemon zest, and honey together in a small bowl; drizzle over the fruit mixture and toss to coat.
- Refrigerate 1 hour before serving.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 99 calories, Carbohydrate 24.8 g, Fat 0.5 g, Fiber 2.8 g, Protein 1.5 g, SaturatedFat 0.1 g, Sodium 3.2 mg, Sugar 19.9 g
SALAD OF MELON & TOMATOES WITH MINT & ELDERFLOWER DRESSING
Make the most of summer's best produce by using melons and tomatoes in this vibrant salad, drizzled with a mint and elderflower dressing. The secret to this salad is using the freshest ingredients
Provided by Diana Henry
Categories Side dish
Time 20m
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- To make the dressing, put the vinegar, oils, half the mint, the mustard, sugar and cordial in a blender, then season and blitz to combine. Add the cream and check the seasoning - this is a sweet-sour dressing, so you need to get the balance right. You might want to make it a bit milder by adding a little more cream.
- Halve the smaller tomatoes and cut any larger ones into wedges. Put in a shallow serving bowl.
- Remove the seeds from the Charentais or cantaloupe and Galia melons, cut into wedges, peel and cut the flesh into chunks. Add to the bowl with the tomatoes, along with the watermelon. Drizzle over some of the dressing (you may not need all of it), scatter over the remaining mint leaves and serve.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 205 calories, Fat 17 grams fat, SaturatedFat 6 grams saturated fat, Carbohydrate 12 grams carbohydrates, Sugar 12 grams sugar, Fiber 1 grams fiber, Protein 1 grams protein, Sodium 0.1 milligram of sodium
WATERMELON SALAD WITH MINT DRESSING
A very fresh sweet and salty salad, perfect for a summer barbeque! Garnish with an extra sprinkling of feta cheese, and some small sprigs of mint.
Provided by laurenholly2008
Categories Salad Fruit Salad Recipes
Time 20m
Yield 2
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Combine watermelon, olives, feta cheese, and red onion in a bowl.
- Combine lime juice, mint, salt, and pepper in a small bowl. Whisk in olive oil until blended. Pour over watermelon mixture; stir until evenly coated. Chill until serving.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 479.8 calories, Carbohydrate 33.1 g, Cholesterol 28 mg, Fat 38.1 g, Fiber 3 g, Protein 7.2 g, SaturatedFat 9 g, Sodium 744.7 mg, Sugar 23.8 g
MINTED MELON, TOMATO & PROSCIUTTO SALAD
Quality produce makes this dish, Charentais melon, heirloom tomatoes and salty prosciutto marry beautifully. Ideal as a sharing platter starter for a summer dinner party
Provided by Barney Desmazery
Categories Lunch, Starter
Time 10m
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- To make the dressing, whisk all the ingredients together in a bowl and set aside.
- Toss the tomatoes and melon together in a bowl with a little dressing, some sea salt and black pepper. Loosely lay the prosciutto over a platter and pile the tomatoes and melon on top. Drizzle with extra dressing, scatter with mint and serve straight away with crusty bread.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 174 calories, Fat 9 grams fat, SaturatedFat 2 grams saturated fat, Carbohydrate 10 grams carbohydrates, Sugar 10 grams sugar, Fiber 3 grams fiber, Protein 10 grams protein, Sodium 1.3 milligram of sodium
Tips:
- Choose ripe and juicy melons for the best flavor.
- Use high-quality Parma ham for a truly luxurious salad.
- If you don't have fresh mint, you can use dried mint instead. Just use half the amount.
- Don't overdress the salad, as the flavors of the melon and Parma ham should be the stars of the show.
- Serve the salad immediately after making it, as the melon will start to release its juices and become watery if it sits for too long.
Conclusion:
This melon and Parma ham salad with mint dressing is a refreshing and summery dish that is perfect for a light lunch or dinner. The sweet melon, salty ham, and tangy dressing come together to create a delicious and balanced flavor profile. This salad is also very easy to make, and it can be on the table in just a few minutes. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy summer meal, give this melon and Parma ham salad a try!
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