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Bresaola, Mushroom, and Primosale Salad

17/11/2023

I can guide you in preparing a delicious “Insalatona with bresaola, mushrooms and primosale”. This dish combines the delicate taste of mushrooms with the strong flavor of bresaola and the freshness of primosale cheese, creating a perfect balance for a rich and satisfying salad.

Ingredients

  • 100 g of bresaola (thinly sliced)
  • 200 g of fresh champignon mushrooms
  • 150 g of primosale cheese
  • 100 g of mixed salad (such as lettuce, rocket, radicchio)
  • Extra virgin olive oil
  • Lemon juice
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Chopped fresh parsley
  • 1 clove of garlic (optional)

Preparation

  1. Start by cleaning the champignon mushrooms with a damp cloth or a brush to remove any soil residues. Avoid washing them under running water as they absorb moisture. Slice them thinly.

  2. If you decide to use garlic, lightly fry it in a pan with a drizzle of extra virgin olive oil, then remove it and add the mushrooms. Sauté them in the pan over medium-high heat for a few minutes until they turn golden. Season with salt and pepper and let cool.

  3. In the meantime, wash and dry the mixed salad leaves and place them as a base in a large salad bowl.

  4. Cut the primosale cheese into cubes and add it to the salad.

  5. Distribute the slices of bresaola over the salad, avoiding overlapping them too much.

  6. Add the now cool mushrooms to the salad bowl.

  7. Prepare a vinaigrette by emulsifying extra virgin olive oil with lemon juice, salt, and pepper to taste.

  8. Dress the big salad with the vinaigrette and sprinkle with chopped fresh parsley.

  9. Gently toss before serving to evenly distribute the dressing.

This hearty salad is very suitable as a single dish for a light lunch or as a rich and tasty appetizer. If you wish, you can also enrich it with other ingredients like grated Parmesan cheese, toasted seeds, or nuts to add more crunch and flavor. Depending on your tastes and the season, you can add or replace the type of salad or cheese of your choice.

Curiosity

Bresaola is a typically Italian cold cut, originating from Valtellina, an alpine area of Lombardy. It is made by curing beef and is appreciated for its delicate flavor and for being a lean deli meat rich in proteins.