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Melon, mozzarella & parma ham salad

Melon, mozzarella & parma ham salad with a honey mustard vinaigrette is a perfect summer Italian-inspired salad recipe that is a perfect starter.

Prep Time
10 mins
Course: Salad
Cuisine: Italian

Ingredients

Salad:
  •  1 small winter melon or spanspek halved cantaloupe or honeydew
  • 2 x 125gm balls of  fresh mozzarella 
  • 1 packet of rocket leaves – about 3 handfuls
  • 1 small packet of watercress – about 2 handfuls
  • 120 gms Parma ham or other Italian cured ham
Vinaigrette:
  • 60 ml olive oil
  • 2 Tbsp red wine vinegar
  • 20 ml honey
  • 1 heaped teaspoon of mustard
  • salt and pepper

Instructions

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  1. Make the dressing by mixing all the ingredients together until emulsified. Either shake in a jar or use a small whisk.
  2. Slice wedges out of half the melon removing the skin. Scoop balls out the second melon and set it aside.
  3. Slice the mozzarella.
  4. When you are ready to serve, assemble the salad by scattering the rocket and watercress across the bottom of a large serving dish. Place the melon slices and balls across the surface. Arrange the slices of mozzarella between the melon. Tuck the thin slices of ham in between.
  5.  Drizzle the dressing over the salad and serve immediately.

Notes

  • You can use burrata instead of mozzarella for a creamier taste and texture.
  • This salad is best assembled just before serving as the rocket (arugula) will wilt