Cauliflower with Serrano Ham and Tomato

A delightful Mediterranean-inspired dish combining tender cauliflower florets with crisp serrano ham, fresh tomatoes, and herbs in a light olive oil dressing. Perfect as a warm side dish or room temperature salad.

6 servings
12 min

Ingredients

  • 1 head cauliflower
  • cup red onion
  • cup extra-virgin olive oil
  • 1 cup grape or cherry tomatoes
  • ¼ pound serrano ham
  • tablespoons fresh lemon juice
  • ¼ cup fresh flat-leaf parsley

Cooking Instructions

  1. 1.

    Cook cauliflower in a large pot of boiling salted water until just tender, 4 to 6 minutes. Drain well in a colander, then transfer to a large bowl.

    6 min

  2. 2.

    While cauliflower boils, cook onion in oil in a 10-inch heavy skillet over moderate heat, stirring occasionally, 2 minutes. Add tomatoes and ham and cook, stirring frequently, until just heated through, about 2 minutes. Remove from heat and stir in lemon juice and parsley.

    4 min

  3. 3.

    Pour tomato mixture over cauliflower and toss to coat, then season with salt and pepper. Serve warm or at room temperature.

    2 min