Grilled Tomato and Feta Cheese Salad with Pecan Vinaigrette
Elevate your salad game with this Grilled Tomato and Feta Cheese Salad with Pecan Vinaigrette—a show-stopping recipe that combines smoky, charred cherry tomatoes, creamy crumbled feta, and crunchy toasted pecans over a bed of fresh mixed greens. The star of the dish is the homemade pecan vinaigrette, a tangy-sweet blend of balsamic vinegar, maple syrup, and Dijon mustard, perfectly balanced with the nuttiness of pecan oil or olive oil. Quick and easy to prepare in just 25 minutes, this salad is a delightful fusion of textures and flavors, perfect as a vibrant side dish or a light, elegant main course. Whether you're hosting a dinner party or preparing a quick weeknight meal, this recipe offers a gourmet touch that's sure to impress.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups cherry tomatoes
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 0.5 teaspoons kosher salt
- 0.25 teaspoons black pepper
- 4 cups mixed salad greens
- 0.5 cups feta cheese, crumbled
- 0.25 cups pecan halves, toasted
- 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
- 1 tablespoon maple syrup
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 3 tablespoons pecan oil (or olive oil)
Instructions
Preheat your grill or grill pan to medium-high heat.
In a bowl, toss the cherry tomatoes with 1 tablespoon of olive oil, kosher salt, and black pepper.
Skewer the cherry tomatoes (if using a grill) or place them directly on the grill pan. Grill for 3-5 minutes, turning occasionally, until they're slightly charred and softened. Remove and set aside to cool slightly.
Toast the pecan halves in a dry skillet over medium heat for 3-4 minutes, stirring frequently, until fragrant. Let them cool, then roughly chop them.
Prepare the pecan vinaigrette by whisking together balsamic vinegar, maple syrup, Dijon mustard, minced garlic, and a pinch of salt and pepper in a small bowl. Slowly drizzle in the pecan oil (or olive oil) while whisking continuously to create a smooth dressing.
In a large salad bowl, combine the mixed salad greens, grilled cherry tomatoes, crumbled feta cheese, and chopped toasted pecans.
Drizzle the pecan vinaigrette over the salad and toss gently to coat. Add additional salt and pepper to taste, if needed.
Serve immediately and enjoy this fresh and flavorful salad as a side dish or light main course.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1300 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 118.0 g | 151% | |
| Saturated Fat | 27.6 g | 138% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.8 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 100 mg | 33% | |
| Sodium | 1764 mg | 77% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 44.1 g | 16% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 8.5 g | 30% | |
| Total Sugars | 30.2 g | ||
| Protein | 25.1 g | 50% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 693 mg | 53% | |
| Iron | 4.6 mg | 26% | |
| Potassium | 1380 mg | 29% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
