Sarasota's Ham and Swiss Cheese Salad
Sarasota’s Ham and Swiss Cheese Salad is a vibrant medley of bold flavors and hearty textures, perfect for a quick yet satisfying lunch or dinner. This recipe combines thick-cut diced ham and creamy Swiss cheese cubes with crisp mixed greens, juicy cherry tomatoes, refreshing cucumber slices, and zesty red onion for a well-rounded bite. The salad is elevated by a zippy homemade Dijon mustard vinaigrette, made with honey and white wine vinegar for a perfect balance of tangy and sweet. Ready in just 15 minutes, this protein-packed salad is not only effortless to prepare but also versatile—add a sprinkle of crunchy croutons for an extra touch. Whether served as a main dish or a side, this ham and Swiss cheese salad is a delightful blend of savory, fresh, and creamy elements.
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Ingredients
- 1.5 cups Diced cooked ham (thick-cut)
- 1 cup Swiss cheese (cubed)
- 6 cups Mixed salad greens
- 1 cup Cherry tomatoes (halved)
- 1 Cucumber (sliced into thin rounds)
- 0.25 cup Red onion (thinly sliced)
- 1.5 tablespoons Dijon mustard
- 1 tablespoon Honey
- 2 tablespoons White wine vinegar
- 3 tablespoons Olive oil
- 0.25 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper (freshly ground)
- 1 cup Croutons (optional)
Directions
Step 1
In a large salad bowl, add the mixed salad greens, diced ham, cubed Swiss cheese, halved cherry tomatoes, sliced cucumber, and thinly sliced red onion. Toss gently to combine.
Step 2
In a small mixing bowl, prepare the mustard vinaigrette by whisking together Dijon mustard, honey, white wine vinegar, olive oil, salt, and black pepper until smooth and emulsified.
Step 3
Drizzle the prepared vinaigrette over the salad and toss gently to coat all the ingredients evenly.
Step 4
Taste the salad and adjust seasoning with additional salt or pepper, if needed.
Step 5
Optionally, sprinkle croutons on top for added crunch.
Step 6
Serve immediately and enjoy this hearty and flavorful Sarasota’s Ham and Swiss Cheese Salad!
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (1301.2g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 2637.4 |
| Total Fat 164.4g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 59.8g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 4.2g | |
| Cholesterol 390.8mg | 0% |
| Sodium 7166.7mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 143.9g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 9.2g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 34.1g | |
| Protein 158.9g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 51.3IU | 0% |
| Calcium 2368.4mg | 0% |
| Iron 9.2mg | 0% |
| Potassium 2363.9mg | 0% |
Source of Calories