Classic Parisian Salad (Salade Parisienne)

Blossom Lady
Feb 09, 2025 04:53 AM
Classic Parisian Salad (Salade Parisienne)

A typical salad served in French bistros, the Salade Parisienne features salad greens topped with potatoes, cubed cheese, sliced mushrooms, ham slices and hard-boiled eggs – all bathed in a tangy French vinaigrette. This is a fresh yet satisfying salad that acts as a whole meal to itself, to enjoy as a lighter lunch or dinner.

Known as “Salade Parisienne”, this recipe is a staple bistro fare, served in Paris and across France. They traditionally make this wholesome salad with salad greens, ham, cubed cheese, potatoes, mushrooms, and hard-boiled eggs – although the recipe can vary slightly from one bistro to the next.

I am very fond of this salad as it’s light, yet wholesome and very satisfying. It’s super easy to make at home too.

And why do we call it a Salade Parisienne, you may ask? Because it uses local products like “Parisian ham” and white mushrooms, known in French as “Champignons de Paris.”

Ingredients:
  • 4 eggs, hard boiled and quartered
  • 0.6lbs (300g) new potatoes
  • 1 tbsp salt
  • One medium sized lettuce (Batavia, Romaine or Frisée)
  • 4 slices (150-200g total) Parisian ham
  • 5 ounces (150g) cheese (gruyère, comté or Emmental), diced
  • 0.3lbs (150g) mushrooms, thinly sliced (white or cremini)
  • 8-10 cornichons, chopped.
  • 7-8 sprigs of chives, minced.
  • Salt and black pepper, to taste.
  • French vinaigrette, for serving.

French Vinaigrette

  • 2 tbsp (30ml) red wine or sherry vinegar
  • ¼ tsp salt
  • 1 small shallot (50g), peeled and minced
  • 1 tbsp Dijon Mustard
  • 6 tbsp (90ml) Extra Virgin Olive Oil
  • 6 sprigs chives, minced
  • 1/2 tsp freshly ground black pepper
Prep Time:
15 minutes
Cook Time:
25 minutes
Total Time:
40 minutes
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