Parma Ham and Melon Salad Recipe
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The salty taste of parma ham blends well with sweet melon
When I first heard about combining parma ham with melon, I must admit I was a bit sceptical. Could these two different flavours really work well together? Melons are very sweet and juicy. Parma ham, or prosciutto as it is called, is quite dry and salty.
But together?
On the other hand, melon goes very nicely with a bit of salt sprinkled over it. So I gave it a try.
I'm very glad I did. Parma ham with melon is now on my list of favourite salads. It makes a tasty starting dish for special dinners, or can be served as a light summer lunch.
Parma Ham with Melon Recipe
with variations
At its most basic, parma ham with melon is simply both arranged on a plate together. You can make it as simple or as elaborate as you wish.
Experiment with different types of melon and add a few extra ingredients for added flavour and colour.
Galia melon with parma ham, pomegranate seeds & rocket
Parma ham with 3 types melon and rocket leaves with pomegranate seeds
Parma ham with melon and rocket and balsamic vinegar
Parma ham with canteloupe
Picture It!
This Prosciutto Italian Photographic Print on Your Wall
You can find parma ham at most deli counters
Or you could try Amazon
UK Link
Prosciutto Imported From the City of Parma Italy 1lb Sliced By Pastacheese
Amazon Price: $25.99 (as of 06/03/2012)
What is Prosciutto?
Parma Ham Explained
While searching for information so that I could explain to you what Parma Ham is, I came across this lens written by fellow lensmaster, naturalbornloser. Quite frankly, I could never explain Parma Ham, or Prosciutto, nearly as well as he does.
I would therefore, like to invite you to take a look at his site on Parma Ham
Then pop back here for some more recipes.
Other Prosciutto Supplies Can Be Found at eBay
Prosciutto with Melon ~Simply
1. Cut a melon into 8 sections.
2. Carefully slice the rind off each section, cut the section into quarters, and rest it on the rind.
3. Arrange 2 sections on each plate
4. Drape 1 slice parma ham over each melon section.
5. Drizzle some balsamic vinegar over each plate (optional).
Serves 4.
Recipe Ideas Using Prosciutto and Other Cured Meats
UK Link
Salumi: Savory Recipes and Serving Ideas for Salame, Proscuitto, and More
Amazon Price: $12.00 (as of 06/03/2012)
Similar Recipes for Parma Ham with Melon
found around the web
- BBC - Food - Recipes : Melon with parma ham
- By Phil Vickery
From Ready Steady Cook - Parma Ham and Melon Balls
- from NotDelia
- Melon and Parma Ham Platter recipe - Waitrose.com
- Melon and Parma Ham with Rocket and Mizuna
- Parma ham, melon and mozzarella salad: Recipes: Good Food Channel
- You'll love the flavour of Parma ham with ripe fresh fruit - it goes particularly well with the melon and mango in this refreshing salad
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LotusMalas
Aug 5, 2010 @ 3:49 pm | delete
- Salt and sweet - one of my favorites! This looks delicious!
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Ecolicious Aug 3, 2010 @ 11:08 pm | delete
- yum! and so simple and such a beautiful display of your salad.
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partybuzz
Aug 3, 2010 @ 9:15 pm | delete
- Interesting combination. Looks great!
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Sylvestermouse
Aug 3, 2010 @ 11:24 am | delete
- What a really pretty combination! Sounds delicious too.
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sandyspider
Aug 3, 2010 @ 1:54 am | delete
- This is a different combination than I have seen. Looks good.
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WendyKrick Aug 2, 2010 @ 9:16 pm | delete
- Very Visually appealing lens.
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ohcaroline
Aug 2, 2010 @ 5:44 pm | delete
- I'm not sure I would care for it so much, but who knows. The picture presentations are awesome. Good job.
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Treasures-By-Brenda
Aug 2, 2010 @ 4:47 pm | delete
- Sounds yummy, Nan.
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JaguarJulie Aug 2, 2010 @ 3:17 pm | delete
- Well, thanks for the virtual meal today my dear -- I only had a bowl of soup for lunch and I'm deliberating "what's for dinner?" Haven't figured it out, but if ham and melon were available, I think I would have that. Lovely pictures in the 2 x 2 presentation. Yumm!
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