Airy Cucumber-Spiral, Shrimp, Parmesan Ham & Fresh Figs Salad

Directions

1. 1

   Wash the cucumbers carefully without peeling to preserve the green color. Cut off the ends of each cucumber.

2. 2

   Using a spiralizer, transform the cucumbers into long, regular strips (medium blade). In the absence of a spiralizer, use a mandoline to create wide tagliatelles.

3. 3

   Place the cucumber spirals in a colander, sprinkle with fine salt, and let them drain for 10 minutes. This step is essential to remove excess water and prevent a soggy salad.

4. 4

   Meanwhile, prepare the dressing: whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, zest, and pepper. Reserve.

5. 5

   Gently press the cucumber spirals between your hands or in a clean towel to dry them without breaking.

6. 6

   Wash and dry the figs, then cut them into quarters. Gently crumble the slices of Parmesan ham to give them volume.

7. 7

   On each plate, arrange the cucumber spirals in a delicate dome shape by gently wrapping them around themselves.

8. 8

   Arrange the shrimp, crumbled ham, and fresh fig quarters harmoniously around and on top of the cucumber dome.

9. 9

   Generously drizzle with lemon-olive oil dressing. Sprinkle with pistachio bits and fresh mint leaves. Add a pinch of Espelette pepper if desired. Serve immediately.