Recipe Overview
Smoked Chicken Salad on Persimmons is a refined composed salad that feels effortless but plated with intention. The smoky savoriness of the chicken plays against the floral sweetness of ripe persimmon, while baby greens and a restrained olive oil and balsamic dressing keep the dish lifted, bright, and elegant.
Flavor Profile
A balance of smoke, fruit, freshness, and gentle acidity. The persimmon softens the savory edge of the chicken, while the balsamic ties the composition together without overpowering it.
Best Use
Perfect as a light lunch, refined antipasto, or elegant first course. It also works beautifully for seasonal catering menus where visual presentation and clean flavor matter.
Ingredients
- 170 g smoked chicken breast, thinly sliced
- 200 g ripe persimmon, thinly sliced
- 28 g baby mixed greens
- 13.5 g extra-virgin olive oil
- 5 g balsamic vinegar
- Sea salt and freshly ground black pepper
- 14 g shaved Parmigiano Reggiano (optional)
Preparation
- Thinly slice the smoked chicken breast and the ripe persimmon.
- Place the baby mixed greens in a bowl and dress lightly with the extra-virgin olive oil, balsamic vinegar, sea salt, and freshly ground black pepper.
- Fan the persimmon slices across a chilled serving plate or platter.
- Arrange the dressed greens over the persimmon, then layer the smoked chicken on top.
- Finish with shaved Parmigiano Reggiano if desired and serve immediately.
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Chef Notes
Use ripe but still firm persimmons so the slices hold their shape on the plate. Dress the greens lightly and at the last moment so the salad stays fresh, clean, and visually composed.
Service Suggestions
- Serve on chilled white plates for a sharper fruit and smoke contrast.
- Add Parmigiano only at the end so it stays delicate and visible.
- Excellent as a starter for autumn menus or light lunch tasting plates.
| Calories | 280 kcal |
| Protein | 26 g |
| Carbohydrates | 14 g |
| Fat | 14 g |
| Fiber | 2 g |
| Cholesterol | 65 mg |
| Sodium | 540 mg |