Wrapping jamón ibérico around melon is a classic Spanish dish that pairs the saltiness of the ham with the sweetness of the fruit.
Course: Appetizer
Cuisine: Spanish
Keyword: jamon iberico, melon
Ingredients
1ripe cantaloupeor honeydew melon
14thin slicesjamón ibérico
1tablespoonfresh lemon juice
2tablespoonsolive oilextra-virgin
black pepperfreshly ground
Instructions
Cut the cantaloupe or honeydew melon in half, remove the seeds, and cut into 1-inch thick wedges.
Carefully wrap each melon wedge with 1 or 2 slices of jamón ibérico.
Arrange the wrapped melon slices on a platter.
Whisk the lemon juice and olive oil together in a small bowl, then drizzle the mixture over the melon slices.
Finish with a sprinkle of freshly ground black pepper.
Serve immediately and enjoy!
Notes
This dish makes a refreshing and elegant appetizer or a light summer snack. The combination of the juicy, sweet melon and salty and savory jamón ibérico perfectly matches.