Parmesan Crisp Salad Recipes

LEAF-LETTUCE SALAD WITH PARMESAN CRISPS

Steps:

• Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Divide grated Parmesan cheese into 4 mounds on a parchment-lined baking sheet, at least 4 inches apart. With the back of a spoon, spread each mound into an even 4-inch round.
• Bake until melted and golden brown, rotating sheet halfway through, about 10 minutes. With a thin metal spatula, transfer crisps to a wire rack; let cool.
• Tear red or green leaf lettuce into bite-size pieces (about 12 cups). Toss with Reduced-Fat Herb Vinaigrette; season with coarse salt and ground pepper. Serve salads with Parmesan crisps.

ITALIAN SALAD WITH PARMESAN CRISPS

Steps:

• For the Parmesan crisps: Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
• Place 6 tablespoon-size mounds of cheese on the parchment a few inches from one another; they will spread as they begin to melt. Bake until the cheese has completely melted, about 5 minutes. Carefully transfer the crisps to a baking rack to cool completely before assembling the salad.
• For the green olive dressing: Combine the olive oil, olives, lemon zest and juice, mustard, salt and pepper in a mason jar, twist the lid on tight and shake until emulsified.
• For the salad: On a large platter, layer the radicchio leaves with the arugula. Tuck in the citrus pieces. Give the dressing one more good shake and drizzle it over the salad. Garnish with the Parmesan crisps and serve.

PARMESAN CRISPS

Steps:

• Preheat oven to 400 degrees F.
• Pour a heaping tablespoon of Parmesan onto a silicone or parchment lined baking sheet and lightly pat down. A silicone baking sheet is highly recommended. Repeat with the remaining cheese, spacing the spoonfuls about a 1/2 inch apart.
• Bake for 3 to 5 minutes or until golden and crisp. Cool.

CAESAR SALAD WITH CREAMY ROASTED GARLIC DRESSING AND PARMESAN CRISP

Steps:

• Preheat broiler. To make Parmesan crisp: place 3-inch ring mold on baking sheet. Sprinkle 1 tablespoon of shredded parmesan into mold. Repeat 3 more times so there are 4 separate parmesan disks. Lay out crisps on a foil covered pan. Place under broiler for 3 to 4 minutes watching carefully until Parmesan turns golden brown. Remove from broiler and let cool.
• In a blender combine Caesar dressing, roasted garlic cloves and mayonnaise. Blend on medium speed until creamy.
• In a large bowl, add romaine, 1/4 cup Parmesan and croutons. Toss with salad dressing.
• Carefully peel Parmesan crisps from foil.
• Serve on chilled plates with Parmesan crisps upright in salad.

PARMESAN CRISPS

Steps:

• Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. Line 2 sheet pans with parchment paper.
• Grate 2 ounces of the Parmesan using the side of the box grater that finely grinds the cheese and then grate 2 ounces of the Parmesan using the side of the box grater that makes long shreds of cheese, and then mix them together. Drop rounded tablespoons of the grated Parmesan on the parchment paper to make neat mounds. Bake in the oven for 6 minutes until golden.
• Cool slightly and loosen with a metal spatula. Serve at room temperature.

ROMAINE SALAD WITH PARMESAN CRISPS

Steps:

• Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. Spread the Parmesan in a flat, even layer on a silicone baking mat or parchment-lined baking sheet. Bake until the cheese is crisp and golden, about 10 minutes. Let cool, then break into big pieces.
• Meanwhile, toast the pine nuts in a medium pan over high heat, tossing occasionally, until golden in spots, 3 to 5 minutes.
• Toss romaine, tomatoes, radishes, pine nuts, olive oil, vinegar and some salt and pepper in a large bowl. Top with Parmesan crisps and serve.