Eggplant and Ham Salad
4 servings
40 minutes
Eggplant and ham salad is a refined dish of Russian cuisine, harmoniously combining soft, caramelized eggplants, tender ham, and fresh vegetables. Its history roots in traditional Russian salads that used simple yet rich ingredients. The dressing made from sour cream with herbs and thyme gives it a creamy texture and aromatic freshness, while blue cheese adds a savory note. This salad is perfect as a standalone dish or an elegant appetizer for a festive table. Its rich flavor unfolds with each ingredient, creating a unique gastronomic impression.
1
Peel and slice the eggplants into strips. Mix with salt, drizzle with lemon juice, and let sit for 15 minutes. Then fry in olive oil and place on parchment.
- Eggplant: 2 pieces
- Salt: to taste
- Olive oil: 3 tablespoons
- Thyme: to taste
2
Cut the cucumbers and ham into strips.
- Ham: 150 g
- Cucumbers: 1 piece
3
Chop the onion and blanch it.
- Onion: 1 head
4
For the dressing, add chopped herbs, thyme, salt, and pepper to the sour cream. Mix well.
- Sour cream: 5 tablespoon
- Fresh herbs: 1 bunch
- Thyme: to taste
- Salt: to taste
- Ground black pepper: to taste
5
Combine all ingredients, add chopped lettuce leaves. Dress with sauce and sprinkle with crumbled blue cheese.
- Green salad leaves: 100 g
- Dorblu cheese: 50 g
