Romaine Salad With Rye Crisps And Lemon Pecorino Vinaigrette Recipes

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.

ROMAINE SALAD WITH RYE CRISPS AND LEMON-PECORINO VINAIGRETTE

Steps:

• Make the rye crisps:
• Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
• In a food processor, pulse the bread until coarse crumbs form. Spread the crumbs on a baking sheet and toss them with the oil, garlic, herbs, and a pinch of salt until evenly coated. Roast the crumbs, tossing occasionally, until they're golden brown, 15 to 20 minutes. Once cooled, the rye crisps can be stored in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 weeks.
• Make the vinaigrette:
• In a mini food processor, pulse all of the ingredients together until they're well combined and the dressing has emulsified. (You can also whisk the dressing by hand.)
• Make the salad:
• Place the lettuce leaves in a large bowl and scatter them with the torn mint. Pour about 3/4 cup (180 ml) of the vinaigrette over the leaves, gently tossing until well coated, adding more dressing if needed. Transfer the salad to a platter and, using a fine grater, grate on additional cheese. Scatter with the rye crisps and remaining mint, and finish with freshly cracked pepper.

TECHNICOLORED ROMAINE SALAD CUPS WITH LEMON PECORINO DRESSING

Steps:

• Cut off the brown and white tips of the romaine hearts then peel away the outer leaves; use just the ones that look like they'd make good serving cups. Chop up the remaining lettuce and set out in serving bowls along with all the other salad ingredients.
• Make the dressing by combing all ingredients in a sealable container and shaking. The kids can do that.
• Let kids decide what they want in their salad cups and how much dressing they'd like.

CRISP ROMAINE SALAD WITH TANGY VINAIGRETTE

Steps:

• Add the olive oil, vinegar, lemon zest, lemon juice, mustard, shallot, 1/2 teaspoon salt, and 1/2 teaspoon pepper to a glass jar, screw on the lid and shake vigorously to emulsify.
• Add the lettuce, chives and radishes to a large serving bowl. Add about half of the dressing and toss to combine. Add the Parmigiano-Reggiano and toss once again. Season with salt a pepper to taste. Serve extra dressing on the side.