Paris Ham and Cheese Salad: Simple, Fresh, and Delicious

Ingredients (serves 2 to 3):

150g Paris ham, cut into strips or cubes

100g cheese (Comté, Emmental, or Gruyère), diced

100g cherry tomatoes, halved

6 to 8 gherkins, sliced into rounds

1 handful of green salad (lamb's lettuce, lettuce, or arugula)

1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley (optional)

🥄 Light dressing:

2 tablespoons olive oil

1 tablespoon wine or balsamic vinegar

1 teaspoon mild or wholegrain mustard

Salt & pepper to taste

Preparation:

Prepare the ingredients:

Wash the cherry tomatoes and salad. Chop the ham, cheese, and gherkins.

Prepare the vinaigrette:

In a small bowl, combine the mustard, vinegar, oil, salt, and pepper.

Assemble the salad:

In a salad bowl, place the green salad, cherry tomatoes, ham, cheese, and pickles.

Seasoning:

Pour the vinaigrette over the salad just before serving and toss gently.

Serve chilled, perhaps with a slice of toasted country bread.

Gourmet tip: Add a few nuts or hard-boiled eggs for a more complete meal.