Prosciutto & Pear Salad (video)
Quick and easy prosciutto salad with pears, mozzarella cheese, arugula and a homemade balsamic dressing!
Ingredients
- 8 to 10 cups baby arugula or spinach
- 1 small red onion, sliced
- 1 large pear, sliced
- 3 to 4 plums, figs; sliced
- OR, 1 to 2 peaches or nectarines, sliced
- 6 slices prosciutto
- 1/2 cup fresh mozzarella balls
- 1/4 cup toasted slivered almonds
For Vinaigrette:
- 2 to 3 tablespoons honey
- 1/4 cup balsamic vinegar
- 1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil
Instructions
- Prepare the balsamic vinaigrette. Place the honey, vinegar and olive oil into a dispenser bottle and shake well. Alternatively, place the ingredients in small bowl and whisk until well combined; set aside.
- Prepare the salad. Spread the salad greens over a large tray. Top with the prepared salad ingredients: sliced red onion, sliced sweet fruit and sliced pears. Separate the prosciutto slices and pull apart if pieces are too big. Layer gently over the salad. Add the mozzarella and toasted almonds.
- Drizzle salad with prepared vinaigrette when ready to serve. Serve with a side of toasted baguette.
Nutrition
Calories: 370kcal | Carbohydrates: 33g | Protein: 7g | Fat: 25g | Saturated Fat: 5g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 3g | Monounsaturated Fat: 14g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 12mg | Sodium: 105mg | Potassium: 453mg | Fiber: 5g | Sugar: 25g | Vitamin A: 1196IU | Vitamin C: 17mg | Calcium: 148mg | Iron: 1mg