Salad with prosciutto and parmesan
4 servings
20 minutes
Salad with prosciutto and parmesan is the embodiment of elegance in Italian cuisine. The simplicity of preparation combines with exquisite flavor, where the tenderness of ham meets the salty richness of parmesan. The light acidity of lemon juice and wine vinegar highlights the freshness of the salad leaves, while sweet cherry tomatoes add balance. This salad, inspired by Tuscan traditions, is perfect as a light dinner dish or as a refined addition to a festive table. It can be accompanied by a glass of white wine and fresh crusty bread, allowing one to enjoy its full flavor. Each bite holds a harmony of tastes and aromas reminiscent of the sunny shores of Italy.
1
Place the salad mix on a flat dish. Add a little salt.
- Mixed salad leaves: 300 g
- Salt: to taste
2
Tear the Parma ham into small pieces and place it on top of the salad — it may require slightly less than 300 grams of ham — it shouldn't be too much.
- Prosciutto: 300 g
3
Grate the parmesan to a powder. Cut the cherry tomatoes in half.
- Parmesan (Parmigiano Reggiano): 300 g
- Red cherry tomatoes: 10 pieces
4
Mix oil with lemon juice and vinegar, whisk with a fork. Drizzle over ham and salad.
- Olive oil: 4 tablespoons
- Lemon: 1 piece
- White wine vinegar: 1 teaspoon
5
Sprinkle everything with parmesan, and place the halved tomatoes on top.
- Parmesan (Parmigiano Reggiano): 300 g
- Red cherry tomatoes: 10 pieces
