Lunch: Serrano Ham and Arugula Salad with Pomegranate Salsa

This recipe includes fertility superfoods such as:

Lemon

Health and fertility benefits of Serrano Ham and Arugula Salad with Pomegranate Salsa

Lemons can help to prevent oxidative damage to the body, which women with PCOS are often susceptible to.

Ingredients

1 large shallot, minced
2 teaspoons fresh lemon juice
Kosher salt
2 tablespoons pomegranate molasses (see Note)
1/2 cup extra-virgin olive oil
Seeds from 1 small pomegranate
2 tablespoons chopped flat-leaf parsley
Freshly ground pepper
1/2 pound arugula, tough stems discarded
6 ounces thinly sliced serrano ham
1/2 pound ricotta salata cheese, cut into 12 thin slices

Instructions

In a medium bowl, mix the shallot with the lemon juice and 1/2 teaspoon of salt; let stand for 5 minutes. Whisk in the pomegranate molasses and the olive oil. Stir in the pomegranate seeds and the parsley and season with salt and pepper.
Arrange the arugula on a large platter and layer in the serrano ham and ricotta salata. Spoon the pomegranate salsa over the salad and serve.

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