SPINACH SALAD WITH PROSCIUTTO AND PERSIMMON

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This colorful salad, a mix of spinach, sweet persimmon, prosciutto and plenty of Parmesan-laced croutons, is satisfying enough for a light dinner. Or serve it as a somewhat unusual first course. Make sure to add enough oil and vinegar at the end to just coat the spinach, but not weigh the leaves down. The croutons can be made the day before; store them in an airtight container at room temperature.

Provided by Melissa Clark

Categories     easy, weekday, main course, side dish

Time 40m

Yield 2 to 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 10

4 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, more to taste
2 garlic cloves, crushed and peeled
2 cups cubed, day-old bread, preferably from a crusty, whole-wheat or sourdough loaf
2/3 cup coarsely grated Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese
1/2 teaspoon kosher salt, more to taste
1/2 teaspoon black pepper, more to taste
2 teaspoons sherry vinegar, more to taste
2 quarts fresh spinach
3 ounces thinly sliced prosciutto, torn into strips
1 firm fuyu persimmon, trimmed, quartered and thinly sliced

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 350 degrees. Heat 2 tablespoons oil in a small skillet over medium heat. Add garlic and cook until fragrant and lightly colored, about 2 minutes. Place bread in a bowl. Toss with the warm oil and garlic cloves, cheese and, 1/4 teaspoons each salt and pepper. Arrange croutons on a large baking sheet. Toast, tossing occasionally, until golden brown, about 15 minutes. Cool.
  • In a small bowl, whisk together vinegar, 1/4 teaspoon salt and 1/4 teaspoon pepper. Whisk in remaining 2 tablespoons oil.
  • In a large bowl, combine spinach, prosciutto, persimmon, and croutons. Add dressing and toss well. Taste and add more seasonings, oil and/or vinegar if necessary.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 308, UnsaturatedFat 14 grams, Carbohydrate 15 grams, Fat 21 grams, Fiber 2 grams, Protein 16 grams, SaturatedFat 6 grams, Sodium 986 milligrams, Sugar 1 gram, TransFat 0 grams

Marwa Hussien
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This salad is a great way to use up leftover prosciutto. It's also a great way to get your kids to eat their greens.


Mia Martinez
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I've made this salad several times now and it's always a hit. It's the perfect balance of sweet and savory.


Bawar Khan
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This is my new favorite salad! It's so easy to make and so delicious. I love the combination of spinach, prosciutto, and persimmon.


shwe hmone
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Overall, I thought the salad was good, but not great. I would probably make it again, but I would make some changes to the recipe.


Hamzah Bouwens
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The salad was easy to make, but the persimmons were not very ripe. I think the salad would have been better if the persimmons were sweeter.


Brady Farms
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I found the salad to be a bit too sweet for my taste. I think I would have preferred a different type of dressing.


Grace Bronkhorst
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This salad is so refreshing and healthy. It's the perfect way to start a meal.


Maria Bolanos
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I'm not a big fan of persimmons, but I really enjoyed this salad. The dressing is amazing.


Captain Mahi
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I made this salad for a party and it was a huge hit! Everyone loved the combination of flavors.


Peter Nelson
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This salad is so easy to make and so delicious. It's perfect for a quick weeknight dinner.


Kennedy Onyach
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I followed the recipe exactly and it turned out beautifully. The persimmon added a unique sweetness to the salad that I really enjoyed.


THEREALHONEY
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This salad is an absolute delight! The combination of spinach, prosciutto, and persimmon is heavenly, and the dressing is the perfect finishing touch. I will definitely be making this again and again.


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