PROSCIUTTO, FIG, AND MOZZARELLA SALAD

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Prosciutto -- air-dried Italian ham -- has a sweet, salty taste and a pleasant aroma. Its texture is dense and silky, the result of being pressed during curing. Figs and prosciutto are a classic pairing.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Ingredients     Meat & Poultry     Pork Recipes

Time 15m

Number Of Ingredients 7

2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
3 tablespoons olive oil
Coarse salt and ground pepper
1 1/4 pounds arugula (2 to 3 bunches), stemmed and washed well
2 pints bocconcini (bite-size fresh mozzarella balls), drained, or 1 pound fresh mozzarella, cut into bite-size pieces
8 slices prosciutto (about 4 ounces total)
1 package (8 ounces) dried figs, quartered (stems removed if thick)

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, whisk vinegar and oil; season with salt and pepper. Reserve at least 1 tablespoon dressing (for drizzling); set aside. Place arugula in a large bowl; toss with remaining dressing.
  • Divide arugula among four serving plates. Dividing evenly, top with bocconcini, prosciutto, and figs; drizzle all with reserved dressing.

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