Eggs Benedict Salad
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This elegant Eggs Benedict salad offers a sophisticated, lighter alternative to the traditional brunch favourite. By swapping heavy muffins for a crisp bed of bitter frisée, radishes, and protein-rich edamame, this dairy-free salad provides a wonderful contrast of textures. The combination of salty, crumbled prosciutto and the velvety richness of homemade hollandaise creates a dish that is both indulgent and refreshing, making it a perfect choice for a weekend lunch or a celebratory starter.
While this dish looks impressive on the plate, it is deceptively simple to prepare. Most of the elements, including the poached eggs and the salad base, can be prepared a few hours in advance, allowing you to simply assemble and serve when your guests arrive. Serve this savoury salad with a side of crusty sourdough if you fancy some extra crunch, or enjoy it as a nutritious, vegetable-forward meal on its own.
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Ingredients for Eggs Benedict Salad
5 thin prosciutto slices
45ml extra-virgin olive oil
25ml white balsamic vinegar or white wine vinegar
2400ml coarsely torn frisée (about 2 large heads
250g total)
300ml frozen shelled edamame (soybeans), thawed (about 230g )(soybeans), thawed (about 230g )
8 radishes, trimmed, thinly sliced
1/2 small red onion, thinly sliced
1 teaspoon coarse kosher salt
4 large eggs
2 large egg yolks
3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
120ml (1 stick) unsalted butter, melted
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
1/8 teaspoons coarse kosher salt
Pinch of ground white pepper
How to make Eggs Benedict Salad
Preheat oven to 204°C. Arrange prosciutto slices in single layer on rimmed baking sheet. Bake until prosciutto is crisp, about 12 minutes. Remove prosciutto from oven; let cool on sheet. Coarsely crumble.
Whisk oil and vinegar in small bowl for vinaigrette. Season with salt and pepper. Combine next 4 ingredients in large bowl.
Fill another large bowl with cold water. Pour enough water into large skillet to reach depth of 11/2 inches. Add 1 teaspoon coarse salt; bring to simmer. Crack 1 egg into each of 4 custard cups or small bowls, keeping yolks intact. Gently slide eggs into simmering water. Cook just until whites are set, about 2 minutes. Using slotted spoon, transfer 1 egg at a time to prepared bowl with cold water. Reserve skillet with water. do ahead Prosciutto, vinaigrette, salad, and eggs can be made 4 hours ahead. Cover prosciutto, salad, and bowl with eggs separately; chill. Let vinaigrette stand at room temperature; rewhisk before using.
Whisk 2 egg yolks and lemon juice in medium metal bowl. Gradually whisk in melted butter. Set bowl over medium saucepan of gently simmering water (do not allow bottom of bowl to touch water). Whisk constantly until mixture thickens and instant-read thermometer registers 60°C for 3 minutes, about 5 minutes total. Remove bowl from over water; whisk in last 3 ingredients. Cover to keep warm.
Toss salad with vinaigrette. Divide among plates; sprinkle with prosciutto. Bring skillet with water to boil. Using slotted spoon, slide poached eggs back into skillet; cook until heated through, about 1 minute. Using slotted spoon, divide eggs among salads. Drizzle with hollandaise.
Disclaimer
While every effort has been made to ensure the information is accurate and up to date, individual needs may vary and dietary requirements can differ based on personal health conditions. Always check food labels and allergen information before preparing or consuming any recipe. If you have specific health concerns, allergies, intolerances, or are following a medically prescribed diet, seek advice from your GP, pharmacist, or a registered dietitian before making significant changes to your diet or lifestyle.
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16 Jan 2026 | Originally published
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