Trebien salad with ham and Adyghe cheese
6 servings
20 minutes
The 'Trébien' salad is an exquisite combination of sweet white grapes, smoky ham, and tender Adyghe cheese, complemented by aromatic cilantro and a tangy sour cream dressing with lemon juice and white pepper. The name 'Trébien', meaning 'very good' in French, hints at its superb taste and sophistication. This dish is suitable for both a light dinner and a festive table, surprising with the harmony of flavors and textures. The sweet-sour notes of the grapes accentuate the richness of the ham, while the softness of the Adyghe cheese adds a creamy structure. It is best enjoyed chilled to allow all ingredients to reveal their aroma. This salad is a true gastronomic find for connoisseurs of subtle flavor combinations!
1
Wash and dry the grapes (preferably use seedless white kish-mish). Separate the berries from the stem.
- White grapes: 500 g
2
Cut the ham (preferably from beef) and Adyghe cheese into 1.5 cm cubes.
- Smoked ham: 500 g
- Adyghe cheese: 500 g
3
Mix lemon juice, sour cream, and white pepper.
- Lemon juice: 0.2 glass
- Sour cream: 1 tablespoon
- Ground white pepper: to taste
4
Chop the cilantro finely, sprinkle with sugar, and mash with a spoon or pestle to release the juice.
- Coriander: 0.5 bunch
- Sugar: 1 teaspoon
5
Mix the cilantro with the dressing.
- Coriander: 0.5 bunch
6
Mix grapes, ham cubes, and cheese. Drizzle with dressing. Garnish with sliced grapes.
- White grapes: 500 g
- Smoked ham: 500 g
- Adyghe cheese: 500 g