Giardiniera With Ham And White Beans Recipe

Ingredients

3/4 c. white wine vinegar

c. sugar

kosher salt

6 scallions

4 c. mixed green, yellow, and white baby cauliflower

4 oz. sugar snap peas

1 can white beans

4 oz. thickly sliced ham

1/2 c. flat-leaf parsley leaves

2 tbsp. salted roasted sunflower seeds

1/4 c. extra-virgin olive oil

Freshly ground pepper

Preparation

Step 1Set a resealable plastic bag in a bowl and add the vinegar, sugar, and 2 tablespoons of salt. Bring a large saucepan of salted water to a boil. Add the scallions and cauliflower and blanch until crisp-tender, about 1 minute. Using a slotted spoon, transfer the vegetables to the plastic bag. Add 2 cups of cold water. Seal the bag, pressing out the air; freeze for 15 minutes.Step 2Meanwhile, add the snap peas to the boiling water and blanch until bright green, about 1 minute. Drain and cool under running water. Pat dry and cut diagonally into 1-inch pieces.Step 3Drain the scallions and cauliflower, reserving 3 tablespoons of the pickling liquid. Transfer the vegetables to a large bowl. Add the snap peas, white beans, ham, parsley, and sunflower seeds. In a small bowl, whisk the reserved pickling liquid with the olive oil and season with salt and pepper. Pour the dressing over the salad and toss well. Serve right away.