Salad with ham, cheese and carrots
4 servings
30 minutes
Salad with ham, cheese, and carrots is a classic dish of Russian cuisine that combines simplicity of preparation with rich flavor. The origins of such salads trace back to the Soviet past when housewives aimed to create tasty and hearty dishes from available ingredients. Here, the softness of cheese and tenderness of ham harmoniously intertwine with the freshness of cucumbers and juiciness of tomatoes, while carrots add a sweet note. Mayonnaise and sour cream create a creamy texture that unites all components into a single flavor composition. This salad is suitable for both festive gatherings and quick everyday dinners. It can be served as an independent dish or used as a filling for sandwiches. Simple and delicious, it captivates with its variety of textures and balance of flavor nuances.
1
Cut the ham, cheese, cucumber, and tomatoes. Grate the carrot on a coarse grater. Add salt.
- Ham: 50 g
- Cheese: 50 g
- Cucumbers: 1 piece
- Tomatoes: 2 pieces
- Carrot: 1 piece
- Salt: to taste
2
Dress the salad with a mixture of mayonnaise and sour cream.
- Mayonnaise: to taste
- Sour cream: to taste