Salad with chicken breast, ham and tomatoes "Carmen"
4 servings
30 minutes
The 'Carmen' salad is a vibrant blend of Russian cuisine with Spanish passion. The name refers to the famous opera character, a symbol of sensuality and fiery nature. Indeed, this salad impresses with its rich flavor and harmony of ingredients. Juicy grilled chicken breast, golden ham, and fresh tomatoes create a rich palette of textures. A spicy dressing made from mayonnaise, adjika, and garlic adds zest and completeness to the dish. Crispy croutons provide a pleasant contrast. This dish is perfect for festive tables or cozy family dinners, and its preparation does not require complex culinary skills. The 'Carmen' salad is a gastronomic journey that combines classic flavors with passion in one dish.
1
Cut all ingredients into equal cubes.
2
Fry the raw chicken fillet until cooked, you can add a pinch of chicken seasoning. I cooked it with seasoning, it gives a nice golden color. Add salt at the end of frying.
- Chicken fillet: 200 g
- Vegetable oil: to taste
3
We also fry the ham in a hot pan until it has a crispy crust.
- Ham: 150 g
4
Place the rye-wheat bread on a baking sheet, salt it, and drizzle with a small amount of vegetable oil, no more than a teaspoon. Put it in an oven preheated to 250 degrees and dry until lightly toasted.
- Toast: 150 g
- Vegetable oil: to taste
5
Tomatoes stay fresh.
- Tomatoes: 250 g
6
We layer everything on a flat plate. First, I place the fried fillet, then half of the tomatoes for the chicken to soak in the juice, the next layer is fried ham, we spread everything with a dressing of mayonnaise + adjika + garlic, then we add the remaining tomatoes.
- Chicken fillet: 200 g
- Tomatoes: 250 g
- Ham: 150 g
- Mayonnaise: 200 g
- Adjika: 15 g
- Garlic: 10 g
- Tomatoes: 250 g
7
Before serving, top with a pile of croutons.
- Toast: 150 g