HAM AND SWISS SALAD WITH RED CURRANTS

Ham and Swiss Salad with Red Currants image

The sweetness of the ham is a nice complement to the tartness of the currants. I couldn't find one recipe that used fresh red currants that wasn't a jam or dessert so I made this one up.

Provided by litza

Categories Salad Green Salad Recipes Romaine Lettuce Salad Recipes

Time 30m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 11

Ingredients

1 head romaine lettuce, rinsed, patted dry and chopped
4 ounces arugula, washed and dried
4 ounces sliced mushrooms
1 cup grape tomatoes, halved
1 shallot, thinly sliced
1 cup fresh red currants
½ cup shredded Swiss cheese
4 ounces honey ham, chopped
¼ cup balsamic vinegar
¼ cup extra virgin olive oil
salt and pepper to taste

Steps:

Toss together the romaine, arugula, mushrooms, tomatoes, shallot, currants, Swiss cheese, and ham in a large salad bowl. Whisk together the balsamic vinegar, olive oil, salt, and pepper in a small bowl until mixed. Pour over the salad and toss to coat.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 187.2 calories, Carbohydrate 11.3 g, Cholesterol 17.9 mg, Fat 12.8 g, Fiber 2.8 g, Protein 8.1 g, SaturatedFat 3.1 g, Sodium 188.2 mg, Sugar 5.6 g