Smoked Vegetables With Garlic Vinaigrette Recipes

VEGETABLE GRATIN WITH POLENTA AND SMOKED TOMATO VINAIGRETTE

Steps:

• For the polenta: Brush an 8-inch square baking pan with olive oil or butter. In a medium-sized, heavy-bottomed pot bring 1 cup milk and 2 cups water to a boil, then sprinkle in the cornmeal whisking constantly. Keep whisking or stirring until mixture boils and thickens, then reduce heat and simmer for about 10 to 15 minutes, stirring occasionally. Add 1/2 cup of water if polenta gets too thick. Stir in the salt, softened butter, and herbs, then pour into baking pan and try to smooth into an even layer about 1/4 to 1/2-inch thick. Let cool. For the vegetables: Alternate layers of vegetables on top of polenta, pressing down firmly on each layer, and ending with red peppers and cheese. Cover with foil and bake at 350 degrees for about 20 minutes. Cut into squares and serve with smoked tomato vinaigrette.
• For the Smoked Tomato Vinaigrette: Place wine, shallots, and vinegar in a sauce pan and bring to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer until liquid is reduced to 1/2 cup. Core and quarter the tomatoes. Puree in blender, then strain puree into the pot. Bring to a boil and simmer until about 1/2 cup of liquid remains. Whisk in olive oils and season with salt and pepper.

SMOKED VEGETABLES WITH GARLIC VINAIGRETTE

Steps:

• Prepare barbecue (medium heat). Toss garlic with 1 tablespoon oil in small bowl. Wrap garlic in foil, enclosing completely. Transfer to grill and cook until garlic is tender, about 25 minutes. Cool.
• Place smoke chips in 8 x 6-inch foil packet with open top. Set atop coals 5 minutes before grilling vegetables. Meanwhile, combine vegetables in large bowl. Toss with 3 tablespoons oil. Sprinkle with salt and pepper. Grill until crisp-tender and golden, turning occasionally, about 8 minutes. Cool to room temperature. Cut into 1/2-inch pieces. Transfer to large bowl.
• Press garlic to release from skins. Place garlic in processor. Add vinegar and 3 tablespoons olive oil. Blend until almost smooth. Season with salt and pepper. (Vegetables and vinaigrette can be made up to 2 hours ahead. Cover separately. Let vegetables stand at room temperature. Chill vinaigrette.)
• Toss vegetables with enough vinaigrette to coat. Season with salt and pepper.

SMOKED PAPRIKA VINAIGRETTE

Steps:

• Blend the red wine vinegar, honey, mustard, lime juice, pepper, salt, paprika, garlic, onion, oregano, and sugar together in a blender until thoroughly mixed. Drizzle the olive oil into the mixture while blending on low. Chill at least 1 hour before serving.

FIVE-BEAN SALAD WITH SMOKED PAPRIKA VINAIGRETTE

Steps:

• Whisk garlic, lemon zest, 2 Tbsp. lemon juice, 2 Tbsp. oil, mustard, paprika, cayenne, and 1/2 tsp. salt in a large bowl. Add kidney, pinto, and white beans and toss to combine. Let rest until ready to use.
• Cook green and yellow wax beans in a large pot of boiling salted water, stirring occasionally, until crisp-tender, about 3 minutes, then shock in a large bowl of ice water and drain.
• Whisk remaining 2 Tbsp. oil, 2 Tbsp. lemon juice, and 1/2 tsp. salt in another large bowl. Add green and yellow wax beans, celery ribbons, parsley, almonds, and celery leaves, if using, and toss to combine.
• Transfer canned bean mixture to a platter or serving bowl, then top with fresh bean mixture.
• Do Ahead
• The canned bean salad can be dressed and chilled for up to 1 day.

VINAIGRETTE VEGETABLES

Steps:

• Place broccoli in a steamer basket. Place in a saucepan over 1 in. of water. Bring to a boil; cover and steam for 5 minutes. Add zucchini and yellow pepper; cover and steam for 2 minutes or until vegetables are crisp-tender., In a jar with a tight-fitting lid, combine the oil, vinegar, garlic, salt and thyme; shake well. Transfer vegetables to a serving bowl; add dressing and toss to coat.