Cook the ham until crisp. Use a tiny bit of olive oil if needed. Once the slices are ready, blot them with paper towels.
2 slices serrano ham, A few drops extra virgin olive oil
Press the garlic.
1 clove garlic
Wash and cut the small chili pepper, then chop it into pieces.
0.5 red chili pepper
Place the melon, avocado, garlic and small chili pepper in the immersion blender's beaker and blend until you have a smooth soup.
0.25 to 0.5 melon, 1 avocado, 1 lime
Divide the soup among small glasses and place the ham on top or alongside.
Notes
For a colder soup, refrigerate the melon, avocado and lime beforehand. You can also chill the soup after blending, but don't let it sit too long.Equipment: frying pan, paper towels, immersion blender, small knife + spoon, pretty small glasses.