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Tenderness salad with ham and cucumber

Ham and Cucumber "Tenderness" Salad

A simple salad that's surprisingly tasty and filling. "Tenderness" is hearty and satisfying, with a soft, delicate flavor and just a hint of zing from the garlic. It's a versatile salad, made from everyday ingredients, that fits right in at any gathering.

Julia M.

Recipe author

Composition / ingredients

Servings:

Ham

200

Cucumbers

Eggs

Hard cheese

Mayonnaise

Garlic

Translation table of volumetric measures

Nutrients and energy value of the composition of the recipe

By weight of the composition:

Proteins 40 % 12 g

Fats 57 % 17 g

Carbohydrates 3 % 1 g

209 kcal

GI: 100 / 0 / 0

Cooking method

Cooking time: 30 min

Step 1:

Start by boiling the eggs. Put the raw eggs in a small pot, cover with cold water, set over the heat, and bring to a boil. Boil for 5–7 minutes. Drain the hot water and cover the eggs with cold water, then leave them to cool completely. Pat them dry and peel off the shells.
Step 2:

Wash the cucumber. Trim both ends and cut it into matchsticks. If the cucumber is large with thick skin, peel it first.
Step 3:

Put the cut cucumber in a roomy bowl — one that's easy to toss the salad in.
Step 4:

Cut the ham into matchsticks the same way.
Step 5:

Add the cut ham to the bowl with the cucumber.
Step 6:

Chop the eggs with a sharp knife or an egg slicer, then add them to the salad.
Step 7:

Grate the hard cheese on the coarse side of a grater straight into the bowl. Add a little minced garlic.
Step 8:

Dress the salad with mayonnaise and toss everything well. Chill it in the refrigerator before serving, then transfer it to a serving bowl just before the meal. Enjoy!

The salad gets its name from its soft, tender taste and texture. The ingredients are almost always on hand in the fridge, so it's no trouble to put together. If you like, add a little green onion. For a touch of sweetness, toss in some grated apple, canned corn, or chopped pineapple. To serve individual portions, layer the salad using a ring mold. It looks great on any table and pairs perfectly with any main dish. It's also easy to throw together when guests show up unexpectedly. Simple, filling, and so tasty — enjoy making it!