Parma Ham and Spinach Salad with Croûtons and Balsamic Dressing

Pan-fried parma ham and golden ciabatta croûtons served over fresh baby spinach and tomato with a homemade balsamic chive dressing.

Quick Lunch Salad Spinach Parma Ham

Estimated Nutrition

Calories

782.4

kcal / serving

782.4 kcal total

Carbs

45.1g

per serving

45.1 g total

Fat

54.2g

per serving

54.2 g total

Protein

28.5g

per serving

28.5 g total

Cook Time

minutes

Serves

people

Dietary

Vegetarian Vegan Dairy Free Gluten Free

Ingredients

CondimentsSauces

tbsp

Balsamic Vinegar

GrainsCereals

slice

Ciabatta

thin slices

Meat

slice

Parma Ham

NutsSeeds

tbsp

Chives

freshly chopped

pinch

Salt

to taste

pinch

Black Pepper

freshly ground, to taste

OilsFats

Olive Oil

for frying ham

Olive Oil

for dressing

Vegetables

200

Baby Spinach

washed

0.5

piece

Beef Tomato

seeds removed and chopped

Method

Heat 15ml of oil in a large non-stick frying pan.

Fry the parma ham for one minute per side until golden-brown and drain on kitchen paper.

Heat the remaining oil in the same pan and fry ciabatta slices until golden-brown.

Combine spinach and tomato in a large bowl.

Mix the dressing ingredients in a small bowl and pour over the salad.

Toss the salad well to combine.

Plate the salad and garnish with the ciabatta croûtons and fried parma ham.