Vegetable Cheese Salad Recipes

GRILLED VEGETABLE SALAD WITH GOAT CHEESE

Steps:

• Cut out the pepper stems and then slice each lengthwise along the ribs or ridges into 3 or 4 large triangular wedges. Trim the stem and blossom ends from the zucchini and squash and cut them lengthwise into thin slices. Trim the eggplant and cut crosswise into 12 slices 1/4 to 3/8-inch thick. Peel the onion and cut into 1/4-inch slices.
• Trim the portobello mushroom stem even with the cap so it will lie flat on the grill. Brush all over with 1/2 tablespoon of the Rosemary Garlic Oil. Set aside.
• Set a cast iron grill pan over high heat and coat with vegetable cooking spray. Let it warm up for 3 to 5 minutes (or light your outdoor grill). Using a pastry brush, coat the zucchini, squash, eggplant, and red onion slices with about 2 1/2 tablespoons of the remaining oil; it will be a very thin film, but it should be enough. The peppers do not need any. Grill the vegetables, except the onion in batches as necessary, on each side, rotating them 45 degrees to make cross-hatch grill marks. They should be cooked until they are nicely browned, but not charred, cooked through but still hold their texture. The peppers will have black marks on the outside, but they are eaten with their skin and bright color intact. Grill the mushroom stem side down first, so when it is turned and finishes cooking, the juices will be retained. Reduce the heat to medium high and grill the onion, turning and rotating as described, until tender and browned but not burned. Here are the approximate cooking times, which will vary with your grill: Peppers - 6 to 7 minutes per side Zucchini and squash - 2 to 3 minutes on first side, 2 minutes on second Eggplant - 4 to 6 minutes per side Red Onion - 3 to 4 minutes per side Portobello - 5 to 6 minutes per side As the vegetables are cooked, transfer them to plates or a large baking sheet lined with wax paper. Transfer the portobello to a cutting board and let cool for at least 5 minutes; then slice. Be sure to reserve any mushroom juices. Season the grilled vegetables and mushroom lightly with salt and pepper.
• Line a large round or oval serving platter with the arugula. Arrange the grilled vegetables decoratively in bunches around the edge of the platter. Pile up the pepper wedges in the center.
• In a small bowl, whisk together the balsamic vinegar and lemon juice with the remaining Garlic Rosemary Oil. Mix in any reserved mushroom juices. Drizzle evenly over the salad. Crumble goat cheese on top. Serve at room temperature.
• Combine all the ingredients in a small glass jar with a lid. Let stand at room temperature at least 15 minutes, preferably 1 hour. If not using within several hours, cover and refrigerate for up to a week.;

ROASTED VEGETABLES SALAD

Steps:

• Preheat the oven to 425 degrees F.
• Cut the squash vertically down the center and use a spoon to scrape out the seeds. Cut the squash into 2-inch pieces or half-moons. Put on a large baking sheet and toss to combine with the Brussels sprouts, pumpkin seeds, olive oil, turnips, carrots and some salt and pepper.
• Roast the vegetables, stirring once, until caramelized and tender, about 30 minutes. Test for doneness with the tip of a sharp knife; it should go through the vegetables easily. Transfer to a large serving platter, drizzle with the Balsamic Vinaigrette and garnish with the parsley, currants and goat cheese.
• In a medium bowl, whisk together the oil, vinegar, mustard, garlic and salt and pepper to taste until completely combined.

VEGETABLE CHEESE SALAD

Steps:

• In a bowl, combine cheeses, cucumber, tomato, onion and peppers. In a small bowl, combine sour cream, mayonnaise, lemon and lime juice, garlic, mustard and seasonings; mix well. Pour over salad and toss to coat. Chill for 1 hour. Serve in a lettuce-lined bowl if desired.

VEGETABLE SALAD WITH FETA CHEESE

Steps:

• Rub inside of a large wooden salad bowl with cut garlic, discard garlic.
• Add next 9 ingredients (lettuce - parsley) to bowl; toss.
• In a jar combine next 6 ingredients (olive oil - pepper) and shake well to combine.
• Pour dressing over salad and toss.
• Add cheese and olives and toss again.

VEGETABLE CHEESE SALAD

Steps:

• In a bowl, combine cheeses, cucumber, tomato, onion and peppers.
• In a small bowl, combine sour cream, mayonnaise, lemon and lime juices, garlic, mustard and seasonings; mix well.
• Pour over salad and toss to coat.
• Chill for one hour.
• Servie in a lettuce lined bowl, if desired.

ROASTED VEGETABLE SALAD WITH GOAT CHEESE

Steps:

• Preheat oven or toaster oven to 450 degrees. On a rimmed baking sheet, toss carrots, zucchini, and onion with 1 tablespoon oil; season with salt and pepper.
• Roast until vegetables are tender and browned, 20 to 25 minutes, tossing once.
• In a serving bowl, whisk together vinegar and remaining tablespoon oil; season with salt and pepper. Add lettuce, and toss. Top with roasted vegetables and goat cheese.

VEGETABLE SALAD WITH GOAT CHEESE

Steps:

• Steam potatoes until tender, about 10 minutes. Cool completely.
• Blend olives, anchovies, capers and garlic in processor until coarsely pureed. Gradually blend in oil, then lemon juice. Transfer mixture to large bowl. Add green onions and fennel fronds, if desired; stir to blend. Season olive mixture with salt and pepper. Add tomatoes, cucumber and potatoes to olive mixture. Toss to coat. Season salad to taste with salt and pepper. Sprinkle goat cheese over salad. Garnish with basil sprigs and serve.

COTTAGE CHEESE SALAD

Steps:

• In a medium bowl, stir together the cottage cheese, tomatoes, green onions, and cucumbers. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Chill until serving.