Easy recipes like this Ham and Cheese Salad are perfect for easy lunches or a casual summer dinner. Finish with a sprinkling of flaky salt and fresh ground black pepper if you like.
16ouncesHillshire Farm Uncured Ham Steakcut into ¾-inch cubes
12ounceschopped romaine lettuce
1cupshredded cheddar cheese
1cupgrape tomatoesquartered
Dressing
¼cupbalsamic vinegar or red wine vinegar
¾cupoilI used extra virgin olive oil
3tablespoonssweetener of choiceI used powdered erythritol
2tablespoonsDijon mustard
½teaspoondried thyme
Salt and pepperto taste
Instructions
In a large bowl, toss the ham, lettuce, cheese, and tomatoes.
In a blender combine the balsamic vinegar, olive oil, sweetener, Dijon mustard, and thyme. Season to taste with salt and pepper and process until emulsified.
Toss the salad with the desired amount of dressing and serve immediately.