FRESH SPRING SALAD WITH EGGPLANT CROUTONS

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This salad is delicious! The croutons are out of this world!

Provided by Maryann Brooklyn

Time 25m

Number Of Ingredients 22

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Ingredients

canola oil, for frying
1/2 c all-purpose flour
3 eggs, beaten
1 c seasoned italian bread crumbs
1 eggplant, peeled & diced into 1/2-inch cubes
salt
FRESH SALAD & VINAIGRETTE:
1/4 c red wine vinegar
2 Tbsp minced garlic
1 Tbsp dijon mustard
3/4 c olive oil, extra virgin
2 tsp chopped fresh oregano leaves
1 Tbsp chopped basil leaves
1 tsp salt
1/2 tsp coarsely ground black pepper
1 heart romaine, chopped
10 basil leaves, torn
10 parsley leaves
1/4 c grated parmesan
1/2 c halved cherry tomatoes
1/2 red onion, thinly sliced
1 bag spring mix greens

Steps:

1. Preheat a fryer to 375 degrees F. In separate shallow dishes add flour, egg and bread crumbs. Coat the eggplant cubes in the flour, then the egg and finally through the bread crumbs. Carefully add the cubes to the fryer and fry until crisp and golden brown, about 2 to 3 minutes. Remove from the fryer to a paper towel lined platter to drain. Sprinkle with salt and set aside.
2. Vinaigrette: In a small bowl, combine the vinegar, garlic and mustard. Slowly whisk in the olive oil to combine and emulsify. Add the herbs, salt and pepper. Set aside to dress salad. In a large serving bowl, toss together the greens, herbs, cheese, tomatoes and onion. Toss with the desired amount of dressing, top with eggplant croutons and serve.

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Kisitu Arnest

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This salad was a bit too bland for my taste. I think I would have liked it better with some more spices or herbs.

Ami tumer hote chai

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This salad was amazing! I loved the combination of flavors and textures. The eggplant croutons were the perfect addition. I will definitely be making this again.

Gladys Benson

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Overall, I thought this salad was pretty good. The eggplant croutons were a nice touch, but I think the dressing could have been a bit more flavorful.

Nikhil Thapa

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This salad was a bit too sweet for my taste. I think I would have liked it better with a more savory dressing.

maria kiriswa

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I'm not a big fan of eggplant, but I thought this salad was really good. The eggplant croutons were crispy and flavorful, and the dressing was light and refreshing. I'll definitely be making this again.

DALIM ISLAM

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This salad was easy to make and very delicious. I loved the combination of flavors and textures. The eggplant croutons were a nice touch. I will definitely make this salad again.

Babangida Muhammad Rikiji

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I thought this salad was just okay. The eggplant croutons were a bit too oily for my taste and the dressing was a bit bland. I think I'll stick to my regular salad recipe.

Marissa Hosier

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Meh.

Demon Khaus

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This salad was a hit at my last dinner party. Everyone loved the eggplant croutons and the dressing was perfect. I'll definitely be making this again soon.

Chilango

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Not bad!

Ravi_GMR_ YT

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I'm always looking for new and creative salad recipes, and this one definitely fits the bill. The combination of flavors and textures was amazing. I'll definitely be making this again.