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4th of July Salad

VegetarianSoups & SaladsOven

Time: 35 minutes

Yield: 10 servings

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You may have had some spectacular salads in the past, but you've never had one that's this star-spangled! The 4th of July Salad unveils a tapestry of taste, dotted with constellations of juicy and sweet summer blueberries, balsamic-grilled cherries, and crumbles of creamy goat cheese. The 4th of July Salad spreads this patriotic mix of flavors throughout a crisp bed of mixed greens and even adds in crunchy candied hazelnuts for extra texture. Every bite of the 4th of July Salad is a firework display for your tastebuds, so it's the perfect addition to any Independence Day cookout or celebration.

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Ingredients

  • 3 tablespoons brown sugar
  • 3 tablespoons water, hot
  • 1 cup hazelnuts, shelled
  • 2 cups cherries, pitted and halved
  • 2 tablespoons balsamic dressing, plus more for drizzling
  • 8-10 cups mixed salad greens
  • 1 cup blueberries
  • 4 ounces goat cheese, crumbled

Directions

Step 1 -Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F.

Step 2 -Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or with a silicone baking mat.

Step 3 -In a small bowl, whisk together the brown sugar and hot water.

Step 4 -Add the hazelnuts to the brown sugar mixture and toss until well-coated.

Step 5 -Pour the hazelnuts onto the prepared baking sheet.

Step 6 -Bake until the hazelnuts are crisp, about 12-15 minutes.

Step 7 -Remove the sheet from the oven and allow it to cool.

Step 8 -Break the hazelnuts apart.

Step 9 -Roughly chop and set aside.

Step 10 -Preheat the grill to medium heat.

Step 11 -Place the cherries in a medium bowl.

Step 12 -Add 2 tablespoons of the balsamic dressing and toss well.

Step 13 -Place the coated cherries on a grill pan and grill, using a spatula to turn occasionally, until tender, about 5 minutes.

Step 14 -In a large bowl, add the mixed greens, grilled cherries, blueberries, goat cheese, and candied hazelnuts.

Step 15 -Drizzle the salad with more balsamic vinegar.

Step 16 -Serve immediately.

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