FRENCH COUNTRY SALAD

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For this French-style composed salad, sliced ham and sauteed apple are presented with Gruyere, balsamic onions, rustic bread, and Boston lettuce dressed in tangy Dijon vinaigrette.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Ingredients     Meat & Poultry     Pork Recipes

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 tablespoon champagne vinegar
1 tablespoon grainy Dijon mustard
Coarse salt and freshly ground pepper
3 to 4 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
1/2 cup walnut halves, toasted and finely chopped
8 cipollini onions (about 4 ounces), peeled and halved if desired
1/2 cup balsamic vinegar
Coarse salt and freshly ground pepper
2 tablespoons unsalted butter
1 medium apple (preferably Golden Delicious), cored and cut into 1/2-inch-thick slices
8 slices French cooked ham or boiled ham
1 head Bibb or Boston lettuce, leaves separated
3 ounces Gruyere cheese, thinly sliced
8 slices rustic bread, for serving

Steps:

  • Make the dressing: Whisk champagne vinegar, mustard, and 1/2 teaspoon salt in a medium bowl. Gradually add oil, whisking until emulsified. Stir in walnuts. Season with pepper. Set aside.
  • Stir onions, balsamic vinegar, and 1/2 teaspoon salt in a skillet; season with pepper. Bring to a boil. Reduce to a simmer. Cook, stirring occasionally, until onions have absorbed most of the liquid, 8 to 10 minutes. Drain. Let onions cool.
  • Melt butter in a medium skillet over medium-high heat. Add apple; cook, flipping once, until just beginning to brown and soften, 1 to 3 minutes per side. Remove from heat; set aside.
  • To serve, arrange 2 slices of ham on each of 4 plates. Toss lettuce with dressing; divide among plates. Arrange cheese and apple slices on top, evenly dividing among plates. Garnish each plate with 2 onions. Serve with bread.

Misheal Kayembi
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This salad is so easy to make, and it's always a hit with my family and friends.


Tanneka Thomas
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I love the simplicity of this salad. It's made with just a few fresh ingredients, and the dressing is light and flavorful.


NAIMUL ISLAM
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This salad is a great way to use up leftover chicken or steak. It's also a great make-ahead meal, so it's perfect for busy weeknights.


Dawn Oldham
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I love the versatility of this salad. You can add or remove ingredients to suit your own taste.


Maison Escalante
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This salad is a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables. It's also a great way to sneak in some extra protein.


MD Robul
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I'm not a big fan of salads, but this one is an exception. It's so flavorful and satisfying.


Katie Chachibaia
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This salad is so refreshing and light. It's the perfect summer meal.


Michael vorm
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I love the combination of sweet and savory in this salad. The dressing is also perfect.


Lulwah alruzayg
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This salad is a great way to use up leftover quinoa. It's also a great make-ahead lunch or dinner.


sonali aktar
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I made this salad for a potluck, and it was a huge success. Everyone loved it!


Merlin Coltman
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This salad is a great way to get your daily dose of fruits and vegetables. It's also a great source of protein and fiber.


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I'm always looking for new and interesting salads, and this one definitely fits the bill. It's unique and flavorful, and I can't wait to make it again.


Adam Malti
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I love the bright and cheerful colors of this salad. It's a great way to add some color to your plate.


View Pix Photography
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This salad is so easy to make, and it's always a hit with my family and friends.


TAHSIN ROHAN
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I love the simplicity of this salad. It's made with just a few fresh ingredients, and the dressing is light and flavorful.


Baker Khan
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This salad is a great way to use up leftover chicken or steak. It's also a great make-ahead meal, so it's perfect for busy weeknights.


Arshad Arshad ali
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I'm not usually a fan of salads, but this one is an exception. The combination of flavors and textures is amazing, and the dressing is perfect.


Robert Jean Louis
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This salad is so refreshing and flavorful. I love the combination of sweet and savory, and the dressing is to die for.


tumading sanyang
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I've made this salad several times now, and it's always a crowd-pleaser. The dressing is light and flavorful, and the combination of greens, fruit, and nuts is perfect.


Noman Shahzad
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This salad was a hit at my last dinner party! The combination of flavors and textures was perfect, and it was so easy to make.


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