This was a great salad even though I used romaine. My sun-dried tomatos weren't getting soft enough so I put them in 2 cups water and microwaved them for a minute - that worked great. I put the pine nuts in the toaster oven and toasted 2 times on light - easier than broiler didn't have to keep an eye on them. I'd definately make this again.
Beautiful salad. As a timesaver I just used store bought croutons and skipped the whole first part of the recipe. The colors were spectacular and I could see this ending up on a holiday buffet because of the gorgeous green/vibrant red color of the salad. Used a bag of romaine salad. Topped it off with a nice balsamic vinegarette. Husband said it had become one of his favorite salads because he loved all the different flavors.
Good but a lot of work if you make the croutons yourself. The only thing I would change next time is use a different dressing since the family was not too thrilled with the balsamic vinaigrette (just our taste) Presentation was really nice
Fabulous salad. I admit I have never appreciated croutons... until now. I think making your own croutons is totally worth the effort (what effort? 5-10 minutes is all it takes). They are great the salad is great. I do not brown nuts under the broiler after catching some pecans on fire using that method a few years back. Instead I toast them on the stovetop in a pan without oil over medium heat. That way I can watch them more carefully turn them easier etc.
This recipe went over very well at a recent party. Everyone has been asking me for the recipe and several of us have made it again. It will become a staple in our house! It is a little on the expensive side when you buy all of the ingredients but it was well worth the extra cost!
This salad was so good. I was too tired to make my own crutons so I just used boxed. I only had the sun-dried tomatoes in oil and those worked fine. I made my own balsamic vinegrette with a flavored olive oil. I will make this salad again. Maybe next time I will add some chicken.
Great salad! I used sun dried tomatoes that were packed in oil and drained them well. The extra flavor from the oil complemented the salad nicely.
This was my contribution to Christmas Eve dinner and was well-received. My husband is requesting it today again!!!. Very good will top with broiled chicken breast cut in strips this time.
This salad is delicious! I bought the croutons and used Romaine lettuce. My dressing is real simple and was perfect for this salad. Mix balsamic vinegar with olive oil in a bowl and taste before adding to salad.The Feta cheese should be soaked in cold water for about 20 minutes. I learned this from a Turkish friend.This salad is a keeper.
