blistered tomato and watercress (or arugula) salad

3 Pinches
Vallèe du Willamette, OR
Updated on Sep 4, 2015

From MofC. Prepare this salad in summer when tomatoes are at their peak of flavor.

prep time 15 Min
cook time 10 Min
method Grill
yield 4 serving(s)

Ingredients

  • 1 bunch watercress or arugula, spun dried
  • 1 - ear corn, grilled and kernels removed
  • 1/2 cup green onions, green and white parts
  • 1 pound fresh, good quality tomatoes (heirloom, variety, best quality)
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • - salt and pepper
  • 1 bunch radishes, trimmed and thinly sliced
  • - fresh parsley for garnish, curly or flat leaf
  • DRESSING:
  • 2 tablespoons dijon mustard
  • 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, finely minced
  • 1/2 cup extra virgin olive oil
  • pinch salt and pepper

How To Make blistered tomato and watercress (or arugula) salad

  • Step 1
    DRESSING: Whisk the dressing ingredients together in a non-reactive prep bowl. Place the watercress or arugula on a serving platter.
  • Step 2
    Grill the corn until blistered all around. Cut the kernels from the corn. Scatter the kernels and green onions over the watercress/arugula.
  • Step 3
    Toss the tomatoes in olive oil and season lightly with salt and pepper.
  • Step 4
    Grill the tomatoes over medium-high heat until slightly wilted and grill-marked on both sides.
  • Step 5
    Remove the tomatoes from the grill and arrange over the watercress/corn. Garnish with radishes and fresh parsley.
  • Step 6
    Drizzle the salad dressing over the mixture.

Discover More

Ingredient: Vegetable
Diet: Vegan
Method: Grill
Culture: American

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