Ham, Tomato, Green Pepper and Egg Salad
4 servings
30 minutes
This exquisite salad is a true embodiment of Spanish gastronomic tradition, combining simplicity and richness of flavors. Inspired by sunny Andalusia, it brings together juicy tomatoes, sweet green peppers, and spicy serrano ham, creating a play of textures and aromas. The dish's highlight is the delicate garlic sauce made from egg yolks, bread, and sherry vinegar that adds depth to the salad's flavor. Extra virgin olive oil completes the composition with a creamy velvet touch. This salad is perfect as a light appetizer or an accompaniment to a main dish, highlighting the Spanish love for fresh ingredients and vibrant tastes. Easy to prepare yet elegant in presentation, it will be a true decoration for any table and transport you to the atmosphere of a Mediterranean feast.
1
Soak a piece of bread in 0.25 cup of water for 1 minute, then squeeze the bread.
- French baguette: 1 piece
2
Boil the eggs hard in boiling water. Cool under cold water, peel, and separate the whites from the yolks.
- Chicken egg: 2 pieces
3
Crush garlic in a mortar with a little salt, add yolks, bread, and vinegar. Mix until smooth. Add olive oil until it reaches a thick sauce consistency. Season with pepper.
- Garlic: 2 cloves
- Salt: 0.5 teaspoon
- Sherry vinegar: 2 tablespoons
- Extra virgin olive oil: 0.3 glass
- Ground black pepper: pinch
4
Chop the egg whites finely.
- Chicken egg: 2 pieces
5
Pour the sauce onto the plates. Sprinkle with egg whites, then add finely chopped tomatoes, season with salt, and top with finely chopped green pepper and ham.
- Tomatoes: 230 g
- Salt: 0.5 teaspoon
- Green bell pepper: 1 piece
- Serrano ham: 60 g