Borago is a cucumber herb; young leaves are more often used in cooking. But the stems can also be used, they are no less tasty, they give the dishes an original taste. Borago stalks only need to be peeled and boiled, otherwise they are tough. In salads, you will definitely like this unobtrusive onion-cucumber note.
It is necessary
- - 6 long borago stems;
- - 200 g salad mix;
- - 200 g of boiled ham;
- - 50 g parmesan;
- - 2 tbsp. tablespoons of olive oil;
- - 1 tbsp. a spoonful of balsamic white vinegar;
- - 1 teaspoon of dry ground herbs;
- - black pepper, salt.
Instructions
Step 1
Peel the borago stems, peel off the top dark green skin. Cut each stem into four parts, fill with boiling water, put on the stove. After boiling, reduce heat, cook the stems for about fifteen minutes, until they are soft. Throw the borage in a colander, cut into strips.
Step 2
Cut the ham into strips. Rinse lettuce leaves, dry, tear with your hands.
Step 3
Combine lettuce, ham, borage, arrange on bowls.
Step 4
Make a salad dressing. To do this, mix the vinegar, olive oil, salt and pepper to taste. Whisk a little.
Step 5
Pour the dressing over the salad, sprinkle with thin slices of Parmesan, sprinkle with a mixture of dry herbs.
