Gingered Broth with Enokitake, Ham, and Cucumber

Whip up an elegant, low-fat first course in ten minutes. To maintain the textural contrasts, be very careful not to overcook. Choose serving bowls that will play up the cream, pink, and green ribbons. If you have access to a Japanese or Korean market, pick up crunchy Oriental cucumbers. If you can’t find these or Middle Eastern or pickling types, use half of a European greenhouse cucumber.