Get recipe tips, substitutions, storage, and nutritional information below.

 

Recipe tips 

Tips for getting the best salad include:  

• Start with fresh ingredients: Use ripe and in-season produce for the best flavor.
• Handle soft pears with care: Slice thinly to prevent them from falling apart.
• Use high-quality prosciutto: Look for organic, PDO-certified options without added sugar or preservatives.
• Choose a quality olive oil: Use cold-pressed or expeller-pressed olive oil for the best flavor.
• Select the right balsamic vinegar: Look for balsamic vinegar made primarily from cooked grape must.
• Dress the salad just before serving: This will help to maintain the freshness and crispness of the ingredients.

 

Additions/substitutions/variations

If you are unable to find an ingredient, want to add more ingredients to your salad, or simply want to switch things up, here are some recipe additions, substitutions, and variations to consider.

 

Recipe additions

Enhance your prosciutto salad with these flavor boosters:   

• Black pepper
• Sliced or chopped nuts (almond slivers, walnuts, pecans pine nuts, or any of your choice)
• Herbs (cilantro, basil, mint, thyme, rosemary, or sage)
• Red onion
• Lemon juice
• Dijon mustard (teaspoon for a tangy spice)
• Minced garlic or shallots for a more savory taste
• A teaspoon of honey or maple syrup

 

 

Substitutions if you can’t find ingredients

If you are unable to find a particular ingredient, here are some good alternatives that you can use.  

• Prosciutto (Prosciutto San Daniele, pancetta, coppa, serrano ham, grilled chicken, other protein of your choice
• Arugula (spinach, watercress, mixed greens)
• Pear (apple, nectarines, peaches)

  Please be aware that these substitutions will affect the flavor and texture of the salad.

 

Variations of the recipe

Interested in other variations of this prosciutto salad? Here are some ideas.  

• Add some vegan cheese (feta, parmesan, or mozzarella)
• Add grilled chicken
• Make it crispy in the oven or air fryer

  Line the prosciutto on a baking sheet and cook it in the oven at 400 degrees Fahrenheit for 10 to 15 minutes. Or a quicker and easier option is to cook it in the air fryer at 360 degrees Fahrenheit for just 4-6 minutes. 

 

How to Store Leftovers

Storing prosciutto salad:  

• Undressed salad can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for up to a week.
• Dressed salad can be stored in the fridge for up to 5 days if the excess dressing is removed.
• Leftover prosciutto can be stored in the fridge for 3-4 days or frozen for up to 3 months.

 

Nutritional Information