Parsley Salad With Country Ham Tomatoes And Asiago Recipes

CREAMY HERBED CHICKEN AND ARUGULA PASTA SALAD WITH ASIAGO

Steps:

• Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil.
• Whisk together the mayonnaise, chives, sour cream, parsley, tarragon, lemon juice, 1/2 teaspoon salt and a few grinds of pepper in a large bowl.
• Heat a grill or grill pan over medium-high heat until hot; brush with the oil. Season the chicken breast with salt and pepper. Grill the chicken, turning once, until well-marked and just cooked through, about 7 minutes per side. Transfer to a cutting board and let rest for 5 minutes, then cut into 1/2-inch pieces.
• Meanwhile, add the pasta to the boiling water and cook according to the package directions. Drain and rinse under cold water to cool; add to the bowl with the dressing.
• Add the chicken, arugula, Asiago and onion to the bowl and toss to combine. Season with salt and pepper. The pasta salad is best if served right away.

TOMATO SALAD WITH PARSLEY VINAIGRETTE

Steps:

• In a blender, combine parsley, oil, vinegar, mustard, and garlic; season with salt and pepper, and blend until vinaigrette is smooth. Drizzle tomatoes with vinaigrette, and serve.

TOMATO, ONION & PARSLEY SALAD

Steps:

• Rinse and core tomatoes; cut into 1/2-inch-thick wedges.
• Peel and sliver onion. In a colander, rinse and drain onion.
• Combine tomatoes, onion, and parsley in a large bowl.
• Add olive oil, lemon juice, cumin, and pepper; mix gently, adding salt to taste.

PARSLEY SALAD WITH COUNTRY HAM, TOMATOES AND ASIAGO

Steps:

• The night before serving, prepare the tomatoes: preheat the oven to its lowest setting, about 160 degrees. In a medium bowl, combine the tomatoes with 2 tablespoons olive oil and the sugar. Season to taste with salt and pepper. Arrange tomatoes on a baking rack fitted on top of a baking sheet. Bake overnight, 6 to 8 hours, until the tomatoes are shriveled and partially dried. Remove from oven, and let cool. Thinly slice, drain juices and reserve.
• In a small bowl, whisk remaining olive oil, garlic and lemon juice. Season to taste with salt and pepper. In a large bowl, combine parsley, croutons, cheese and tomatoes. Slowly add dressing; toss until coated. Place a slice of ham on each of 4 plates; mound salad on top of each slice. Serve.