Ham and Avocado Rolls
8 servings
15 minutes
Ham and avocado rolls embody the elegance of Italian cuisine. Their taste is a harmony of delicate Parma ham, creamy avocado, and refreshing basil aroma. The dish's origins can be traced back to Mediterranean gastronomy traditions, where simplicity meets sophistication. Thin slices of ham wrap around a velvety mixture of avocado and mayonnaise with lemon juice, creating a tender texture with spicy notes. Basil oil adds an herbal accent, while olives and balsamic vinegar provide a light tanginess. These rolls are perfect as an exquisite appetizer on a festive table or a light snack on a warm summer day. Serving them with salad leaves and lemon wedges makes them not only delicious but also aesthetically appealing.
1
Finely chop 1 bunch of basil. Mix half of the basil with mayonnaise. Add a little lemon juice.
- Basil: 2 bunchs
- Mayonnaise: 4 tablespoons
- Lemon juice: 2 tablespoons
2
Blend the remaining basil and olive oil in a blender.
- Basil: 2 bunchs
- Olive oil: 100 ml
3
Peel 1 avocado and slice the flesh into thin pieces. Drizzle with olive oil and basil.
- Avocado: 4 pieces
- Olive oil: 100 ml
4
Cut the remaining avocado fruits in half, remove the pits, and scoop out the flesh with a spoon. Add basil mayonnaise and mix until smooth.
- Avocado: 4 pieces
- Mayonnaise: 4 tablespoons
5
Slice the ham into thin slices. Spread the avocado and mayonnaise mixture on each slice and roll it up.
- Parma ham: 16 pieces
- Avocado: 4 pieces
- Mayonnaise: 4 tablespoons
6
Place lettuce leaves, avocado slices, and basil sprigs on a plate. Top with rolls. Add olives, drizzle with vinegar, and garnish with lemon wedges.
- Green salad: 200 g
- Avocado: 4 pieces
- Basil: 2 bunchs
- Parma ham: 16 pieces
- Olives: 50 g
- Balsamic vinegar: 2 tablespoons
- Lemon: 1 piece