Active Time

　　25 min

　　Total Time

　　25 min

　　In this perfect no-cook dish you can substitute crumbled bacon for the chicken or just omit the meat altogether.

　　

Ingredients

Makes 4 main-course servings

　　2 medium zucchini (3/4 lb total)

　　1 teaspoon salt

　　2 (3-inch-wide) wedges honeydew melon, seeded and rind removed

　　1 whole smoked chicken breast (1 lb), skinned and thinly sliced crosswise with a knife

　　1 (1/2-lb) piece Parmigiano-Reggiano

　　1/4 cup packed fresh mint leaves, cut crosswise into thin shreds

　　1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil

　　1/4 cup fresh lime juice

　　

Special Equipment

an adjustable-blade slicer

　　

Step 1

Cut zucchini crosswise diagonally into 1/8-inch-thick slices using slicer and transfer to a colander set over a bowl. Sprinkle with salt, tossing to coat, and let stand 5 minutes, then rinse under cold water. Arrange in 1 layer on paper towels and pat dry.

　　

Step 2

Cut melon wedges lengthwise into 1/8-inch-thick slices using slicer.

　　

Step 3

Divide melon, zucchini, and chicken among 4 plates. Shave about one fourth of cheese into curls with a vegetable peeler and divide curls and mint among the 4 plates. Drizzle each plate with oil and lime juice. Season with salt and pepper. Serve immediately.