Brainerd Estate Garden Salad with Crispy Prosciutto
A sophisticated salad featuring heirloom greens, roasted beets, and crispy prosciutto, celebrating the elegance of estate collections. This american-inspired salads ready in about 21 minutes pairs Mixed heirloom greens, Roasted beets, Prosciutto into a side that holds its own next to almost any main — bright, balanced, and quick enough to slot into a weeknight plate. Each serving lands at about 420 calories and feeds 2, so it slots cleanly next to roasted proteins, grain bowls, or weeknight mains. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.
Ingredients
- 4 cups Mixed heirloom greens
- 1 cup Roasted beets
- 6 slices Prosciutto
- 1/4 cup Shallot
- 2 tbsp Apple cider vinegar
- 1 tsp Dijon mustard
- 1 tsp Honey
- 3 tbsp Extra virgin olive oil
- 1/2 cup Crumbled blue cheese
- 1/4 cup Pumpkin seeds
Instructions
- Step 1: Heat a skillet over medium heat and cook 6 prosciutto slices for 2-3 minutes per side until crisp and golden around the edges; transfer to paper towels to drain.
- Step 2: Whisk 2 tbsp apple cider vinegar, 1 tsp Dijon mustard, 1 tsp honey, and 3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil in a small bowl until emulsified.
- Step 3: In a large bowl, combine 4 cups mixed heirloom greens, 1 cup roasted beets, 1/2 cup crumbled blue cheese, and 1/4 cup pumpkin seeds. Toss with 3/4 of the vinaigrette.
- Step 4: Divide salad among plates, top with crispy prosciutto slices and remaining vinaigrette, and serve immediately.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Brainerd Estate Garden Salad with Crispy Prosciutto take to make?
Total time is about 21 minutes (15 min prep + 6 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.
How do I store leftover Brainerd Estate Garden Salad with Crispy Prosciutto?
Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep mixed heirloom greens from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Brainerd Estate Garden Salad with Crispy Prosciutto?
Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.
How do I scale Brainerd Estate Garden Salad with Crispy Prosciutto for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 2 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 2). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.
What goes well with Brainerd Estate Garden Salad with Crispy Prosciutto?
American salads like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.
What others are saying
- ★★★★★
The step-by-step instructions were super clear. Turned out perfect on my first try.
- ★★★★☆
Nice recipe! Presentation was beautiful. Flavor was good, not great.
- ★★★☆☆
It was fine. Came out a bit bland for my taste.
