I enjoyed this dish last summer in Arles, France. It was simple yet exquisite, consisting of a plate of melon, Spanish ham, fresh whipped cream, a drizzle of raspberry syrup, and fresh arugula. The dish was perfect for a 93-degree day and eating outside at a French bistro. The ingredients were simple, and the presentation was beautiful. I took a photo of it so I could replicate it at home.
Replicating a dish from a restaurant may not result in an exact match, but it can inspire you to create a similar, delicious dish. Here's how I replicated this dish.
You can serve it as a main course or a small serving for a starter. If you have picky eaters at your table, they may enjoy only the melon and ham with a dollop of cream. Nevertheless, you can still serve one dish to please everyone.
Cut the melon in half and remove the seeds. Then, scoop out the melon using a teaspoon or a melon baller tool. Alternatively, you can simply slice the melon.
Plate the melon with slices of prosciutto or Spanish ham, arugula, and homemade whipped cream. Slice a few cherry or grape tomatoes for garnish.
For homemade whipped cream, you can find a recipe here. Milk frothers work well for making whipped cream when you only need a small amount.
I made this version when I was on vacation and out of arugula. I replaced the arugula with some micro-greens on hand. It was delicious, and is an easy quick lunch to make while on vacation. 
I also add a tiny drizzle of balsamic vinegar.
This is the only brand I will use. It is just slightly sweet, not overpowering or too sweet. You can find it here.
