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Tuscan Salad

This hearty salad is perfect as a meal. The cannellini beans, ham, and eggs add a lot of substance, so this is no wimpy little bowl of greens. The best part, though, is that it’s so quick and easy to put together.

Recipe information

  • Yield

    serves 4

Ingredients

2 eggs
1 (15-ounce) can cannellini beans
1/2 pound thick-sliced ham
2 tomatoes
2 green onions
1 head romaine lettuce
1 clove garlic
1 tablespoon white wine vinegar
3 tablespoons olive oil
Salt and pepper

Preparation

  1. Step 1

    Place the eggs in a small saucepan and cover with cold water. Bring to a boil and cook over medium-high heat for 5 minutes. Remove the pan from the heat and let stand until the water cools. Peel the eggs and cut into 1/4-inch-thick slices.

    Step 2

    Drain the cannellini beans and place in a large bowl.

    Step 3

    Cut the ham into 1/4-inch cubes and place in the bowl.

    Step 4

    Cut the tomatoes in half and remove and discard the stems and seeds. Cut the halves into 1-inch wedges and place in the bowl.

    Step 5

    Trim the green onions, discarding the ends, and cut all of the white and about 1 inch of the green parts into thin slices and add to the bowl.

    Step 6

    Tear the romaine into bite-size pieces and add to the bowl.

    Step 7

    Peel the garlic, finely chop, and place in a small bowl with the white wine vinegar. Slowly add the oil, mixing briskly with a whisk or fork. Season with salt and pepper. Pour the vinaigrette over the salad and toss until combined. Garnish with the egg slices and serve immediately.

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