Watermelon and ham salad
Description
Minimum effort — excellent result. This vibrant salad is best served with a glass of chilled white wine for dinner. The dish takes just minutes to prepare; the key is choosing a ripe and sweet watermelon. Can be served immediately.
Instructions
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Step 1
Prepare the listed ingredients. You can use any type of ham, and arugula can be substituted with spinach or leafy lettuce.
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Step 2
Separate the arugula leaves and rinse them in water on both sides. Trim the excess stem length, shake off the moisture, and place on a plate.
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Step 3
Cut the red flesh from a piece of watermelon and remove all the seeds, even the white ones. Cut into bite-sized cubes or pieces of any size and place on a plate.
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Step 4
Remove the ham from its casing and cut into portion pieces. Place between slices of watermelon on a plate.
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Step 5
Peel the onion, rinse it, and slice into thin, almost transparent rings. Place on top of the other sliced ingredients. You can substitute the onion with red or green onion.
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Step 6
Season the dish with salt and pepper, drizzle with olive oil, and serve.