JUMPING JACK CHEESE OVER ROASTED VEGETABLE SALAD

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Provided by Robert Irvine : Food Network

Time 1h

Yield 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 17

1 medium red onion, large dice
1 pound asparagus, tough ends snapped off and cut into 1 to 1 1/2-inch pieces
2 small zucchini, cut into 1/2-inch thick slices
1 pound frozen cauliflower, blanched for 2 minutes in boiling water
1/4 cup olive oil
Salt and freshly ground black pepper
1 (8-ounce) package frozen peas, blanched for 2 minutes in boiling water
1 pint grape tomatoes
3/4 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese
4 scallions (green onions), white and tender green parts only
2 cloves garlic, quartered
4 to 6 sun-dried tomatoes, oil packed or soaked in water if dehydrated or 2 tablespoons tomato paste
1/2 cup packed, fresh basil leaves (about 2 ounces), soaked, rinsed thoroughly, and dried, plus about 8 basil sprigs, for garnish
1/8 cup balsamic vinegar
1/2 cup extra-virgin olive oil
Salt and freshly ground black pepper
3/4 cup grated Monterey Jack cheese

Steps:

  • Pre-heat oven to 400 degrees F and place oven rack in the top third of the oven.
  • Spread onion, asparagus, zucchini, and cauliflower on a baking sheet lined with heavy duty aluminum foil (for easy cleanup) pour olive oil over and toss to coat (using your hands is easiest). Season with salt and pepper and roast until tender and slightly browned, about 25 to 35 minutes, checking periodically to make sure nothing burns.
  • While the vegetables are roasting, make the sun-dried tomato dressing. Through the feed opening of a running blender, add scallions, garlic, sun-dried tomatoes, and the fresh basil leaves. Add the vinegar and blend. Scrape down the sides and blend again until a paste is formed. Then, leaving the blender running, add the olive oil in a slow steady stream allowing the mixture to emulsify. Season the dressing with salt and pepper to taste.
  • Remove the vegetables from the oven and transfer to a mixing bowl. Stir the cheese into the vegetables to allow it to melt slightly. Fold in peas and grape tomatoes. Mix with enough dressing to coat. (Do not feel compelled to use all of the dressing). Transfer to a serving dish and garnish with basil sprigs. Serve extra dressing on the side.

Masilina Tabuamata
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This salad is perfect for a summer picnic or barbecue.


niko karabet
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I'm always looking for new salad recipes, and this one is definitely a keeper. It's easy to make and it's always a crowd-pleaser.


Kevar Thompson
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This salad is a great way to use up leftover chicken or tofu.


Sumiya Mim
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I'm not a vegetarian, but I thought this salad was really delicious. I would definitely make it again.


Zakir Wafa
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I made this salad for a potluck and it was a big hit. Everyone loved it!


rekha parvin
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This salad is a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables. My kids loved it!


Bryant Havers
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I thought the dressing was a bit too tangy for my taste, but I still enjoyed the salad.


Sultan Qureshi
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This salad was so easy to make, and it was so delicious! I will definitely be making it again.


Tasfia Hasan Tandra
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I'm not sure if I did something wrong, but my roasted vegetables were really tough. Maybe I should have roasted them for less time?


Ashley Rose
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This salad was a great way to use up leftover roasted vegetables. It was also a nice change from the usual salad.


Claire Clark
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I didn't have any Jumping Jack cheese, so I used mozzarella instead. It was still good, but I think the Jumping Jack cheese would have been better.


STAN STRUCTURES CONSTRUCTION COMPANY
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The roasted vegetables were a bit too oily for my taste, but the salad was still good.


Muhammad Hassan
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This salad is easy to make and perfect for a quick and healthy lunch or dinner.


Ameer Zaman
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I'm not usually a fan of salads, but this one was delicious. The combination of roasted vegetables and Jumping Jack cheese was perfect.


A Demise
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This salad was a hit! The roasted vegetables were perfectly tender and flavorful, and the Jumping Jack cheese added a nice tang.