Crisp Parma Ham, Rocket and Crouton Salad with Gorgonzola Dressing

Crispy fried parma ham and golden croutons served over fresh rocket leaves with a creamy blended gorgonzola and lemon dressing.

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Estimated Nutrition

Calories

782

kcal / serving

782 kcal total

Carbs

26.8g

per serving

26.8 g total

Fat

65.2g

per serving

65.2 g total

Protein

24.5g

per serving

24.5 g total

Cook Time

minutes

Serves

person

Dietary

Vegetarian Vegan Dairy Free Gluten Free

Ingredients

Dairy

Gorgonzola

Fruits

0.5

piece

Lemon

juice only

GrainsCereals

slice

White Bread

crusts removed, cubed

Meat

slice

Parma Ham

NutsSeeds

pinch

Salt

to taste

pinch

Black Pepper

freshly ground, to taste

OilsFats

splash

Olive Oil

for frying

tbsp

Olive Oil

for dressing

Vegetables

handful

Rocket

Method

Assemble the salad by layering rocket, croutons, and ham on a plate and drizzling with dressing.

Fry the parma ham slices in a hot pan for 2 minutes until crisp and set aside.

Add olive oil and cubed bread to the same pan, season, and fry for 3 minutes until golden.

Blend gorgonzola, olive oil, lemon juice, and black pepper in a food processor until smooth.