Crisp Prosciutto, Pea & Mozzarella Salad with Mint Vinaigrette

A refreshing Mediterranean-inspired salad combining crispy prosciutto, sweet peas, creamy mozzarella, and a zesty mint vinaigrette. Perfect for any meal, this gluten-free dish offers a delightful balance of flavors and textures.

25 min total Base: 2 servings 450 cal total

Submitted by Mystery Chef AI

Ingredients

Adjust Servings2 servings

1Base: 2 servings16

Fixed ingredients: Prosciutto slices, Fresh peas, Fresh mozzarella ball, Fresh mint leaves, Extra virgin olive oil, Fresh lemon juice, Honey, Garlic clove, Salt, Black pepper — quantities stay the same regardless of serving count.

Prosciutto slices

4 slices(fixed)

Fresh peas

1 cup(fixed)

Fresh mozzarella ball

1 ball(fixed)

Fresh mint leaves

1 cup(fixed)

Extra virgin olive oil

3 tablespoons(fixed)

Fresh lemon juice

1 tablespoon(fixed)

Honey

1 teaspoon(fixed)

Garlic clove

1 clove(fixed)

Salt

1 pinch(fixed)

Black pepper

1 pinch(fixed)

Instructions

1. Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).

2. Place the prosciutto slices on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.

3. Bake for 8-10 minutes, or until the prosciutto is crisp and golden brown.

4. While the prosciutto is baking, blanch the fresh peas in boiling water for 2 minutes, then transfer them to a bowl of ice water to stop the cooking process.

5. Drain the peas and set aside.

6. In a blender or food processor, combine the fresh mint leaves, extra virgin olive oil, fresh lemon juice, honey, garlic clove, salt, and black pepper. Blend until smooth to create the mint vinaigrette.

7. Tear the fresh mozzarella ball into bite-sized pieces.

8. Once the prosciutto is done, remove it from the oven and let it cool slightly before breaking it into smaller pieces.

9. In a large mixing bowl, combine the blanched peas, mozzarella pieces, and prosciutto pieces.

10. Drizzle the mint vinaigrette over the salad and toss gently to combine.

11. Serve immediately, garnished with additional fresh mint leaves if desired.

💡 Chef's Tip

- For a more intense mint flavor, let the vinaigrette sit for 10-15 minutes before serving. - To add a crunchier texture, sprinkle toasted pine nuts over the salad before serving. - If fresh peas are out of season, frozen peas can be used as a substitute.

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