Products used in this recipe
Roasted Mediterranean Salad
Yield: 15 Servings (6 oz.)
Yield: 15 Servings (6 oz.)
A satisfying salad packed with grains, roasted vegetables, halloumi cheese, and a little natural sweetness from golden raisins. Top it with house-made balsamic vinaigrette and you've got a perfect vegetarian entrée.
| Ingredient | Weight | Measure |
|---|---|---|
| Simplot Good Grains™: Ancient Grains and Kale Blend 6/2.5lb | 40 oz. | 1 bag |
| Simplot RoastWorks®: RTE Roasted Mediterranean Vegetable Blend 6/2.5lb | 20 oz. | 1/2 bag |
| Olive oil | 6 fl. oz. | 3/4 cup |
| Balsamic vinegar | 2 fl. oz. | 1/4 cup |
| Grainy mustard | 2 Tbsp. | |
| Oregano, fresh, stemmed | 2 Tbsp. | |
| Kosher salt | 1 1/2 Tbsp. | |
| Black pepper, coarse grind | 2 tsp. | |
| Halloumi cheese, cut into 1/2-inch slabs | 12 oz. | |
| Almonds, slivered, toasted | 3/4 cup | |
| Golden raisins | 1/2 cup |
Preparation Instructions:
- Step 1
- Prepare the grain blend and vegetables according to package instructions. Hold ambient or chill.
- Step 2
- Whisk together olive oil, vinegar, mustard, oregano, kosher salt, and black pepper in a small bowl until emulsified. Reserve dressing.
- Step 3
- Grill halloumi cheese in a skillet over medium-high heat until golden brown on both large flat sides. Cut into 1-1/2-inch squares. Toss the grains, vegetables, and dressing together in a large bowl to coat. Transfer to a serving dish and add cheese. Sprinkle with almonds and raisins.
