Tomato Salad with Eggs and Ham can be enjoyed as a light meal on its own or as a flavorful side dish, especially for grilled meats. If you’re feeling creative, you can enhance it with a dollop of mayonnaise or your favorite sauces for an extra twist. The recipe is simple, adaptable, and incredibly delicious. If you don’t have ham on hand, feel free to substitute it with smoked pork tenderloin, kaiser, or even chicken if that’s more to your taste. It’s all about using what you love or have in your fridge.
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Tomato Salad with Eggs and Ham
This Tomato Salad with Eggs and Ham is a quick and versatile recipe that combines the freshness of ripe tomatoes, the richness of hard-boiled eggs, and the savory flavor of ham. Perfect as a standalone meal or a side dish for grilled meats, it’s easy to customize with your favorite smoked meats or dressings. Whether you’re preparing it for a family dinner or a casual barbecue, this salad is sure to please with its simplicity and delicious taste.
Easy
Equipment
1 large bowl
1 kitchen knife
1 spoon
Ingredients
4 eggs- 200 g ham smoked ham or Prague ham works wonderfully
- 4 tomatoes
- 5 green basil leaves
For the dressing
- 6 tbsp olive oil
- 2 balsamic vinegar
Instructions
- Hard-boil the eggs by placing them in boiling water for about 10 minutes. Once done, transfer them to a bowl of cold water to cool. Peel the eggs and chop them into cubes or your preferred size.
- Wash the tomatoes thoroughly and chop them into bite-sized cubes. Dice the ham into small pieces or strips, depending on your preference.
- In a large bowl, combine the chopped eggs, tomatoes, and ham. Wash the basil leaves, pat them dry, and tear them gently into smaller pieces before adding them to the bowl.
- In a small bottle or jar, combine the olive oil and balsamic vinegar. Seal the container and shake it vigorously until the mixture forms a light emulsion. This will be your dressing.
- Pour the dressing over the salad and gently toss everything together with a spoon, being careful not to break the eggs. Season with salt to taste. For extra texture, sprinkle some croutons over the salad before serving (here’s where you can find our wonderful butter crouton recipe).Enjoy this salad fresh, with a slice of crusty bread or as a flavorful side for your grilled dishes. Bon appétit!
Notes
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Calories: 395kcalCarbohydrates: 5gProtein: 17gFat: 34gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 4gMonounsaturated Fat: 21gTrans Fat: 0.02gCholesterol: 195mgSodium: 663mgPotassium: 497mgFiber: 1gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 1289IUVitamin C: 17mgCalcium: 42mgIron: 2mg
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