Despite all the holiday leftovers you still have in the fridge, make an effort to eat more healthfully. Turn leftover ham into a delicious, no-cook salad. Although ham is full-flavored, it's a surprisingly lean meat.
All too frequently pigeonholed as a sandwich filler, this protein plays the starring role beautifully in a satisfying salad alongside Swiss, asparagus, and tarragon vinaigrette. To make yourself this gratifying meal, read more.
Adapted from Rachael Ray
Ingredients
2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
1 clove garlic, grated
1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
4 sprigs tarragon, leaves removed and chopped
Salt and ground black pepper
1 bunch asparagus, woody ends discarded, thinly sliced on an angle
1 pound ham, cut into very thin strips
1/2 pound deli-sliced Swiss cheese, cut into very thin strips
A loaf of crusty bread
Directions
- In a medium-size bowl, whisk together Dijon, vinegar and garlic. Add the olive oil in a steady stream while whisking then add tarragon, salt and pepper to make the dressing.
- Add the rest of the ingredients to the bowl and toss well to coat.
- Serve over lettuce with crackers or crusty bread alongside.
Serves 4.
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i was watching something on the Food Network this weekend and they were talking about how ham i the #1 sold meat in delis. i guess this sandwich is right along those same lines.
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