Appetizer of Parma ham, asparagus and spinach
4 servings
15 minutes
The appetizer of Parma ham, asparagus, and spinach is an elegant Italian dish that harmoniously combines the freshness of greens, the tenderness of ham, and the spiciness of Parmesan. This recipe originates from Italian culinary traditions where simple yet quality ingredients create exquisite flavor compositions. Crispy asparagus, lightly blanched, enriches the dish with fresh spring notes while young spinach adds softness. Lemon juice and olive oil enhance the flavor by highlighting the salty depth of the ham. The rolled-up bites are an ideal appetizer served with an aperitif or as a light dinner dish. They not only delight the palate but also provide aesthetic pleasure through the vibrant colors of fresh ingredients.
1
Cut off the tough ends of the asparagus, boil the tender and crunchy parts for 2 minutes in boiling water.
- Green asparagus: 200 g
2
Remove the asparagus with a slotted spoon and cut each stalk in half.
3
Squeeze juice from half a lemon.
- Lemon: 0.5 piece
4
Wash the spinach, dry it, place it on a large plate, drizzle with olive oil and lemon juice, and season with salt and pepper.
- Baby spinach: 150 g
- Olive oil: 2 tablespoons
- Lemon: 0.5 piece
- Salt: 0.5 teaspoon
- Ground black pepper: 0.3 teaspoon
5
Cut the tomato into wedges, remove the seeds and juice, leaving only the fleshy part.
- Tomatoes: 1 piece
6
Cut the Parmesan into large flakes.
- Parmesan cheese: 100 g
7
On each strip of ham, place two pieces of parmesan, tomato, and asparagus, add a couple of basil leaves, salt and pepper.
- Parma ham: 150 g
- Parmesan cheese: 100 g
- Tomatoes: 1 piece
- Green asparagus: 200 g
- Basil: 1 bunch
- Salt: 0.5 teaspoon
- Ground black pepper: 0.3 teaspoon
8
Add 2-3 spinach leaves and roll the ham into a roll, securing it with a toothpick.
- Baby spinach: 150 g
9
Serve on a plate with spinach.