ARTICHOKE, CHERRY TOMATO, AND FETA SALAD WITH ARTICHOKE-PESTO CROSTINI

ARTICHOKE, CHERRY TOMATO, AND FETA SALAD WITH ARTICHOKE-PESTO CROSTINI image

Yield 12 servings

Number Of Ingredients 16

pesto
1 12-ounce jar marinated artichoke hearts, drained
3 tablespoons (packed) finely grated Parmesan cheese
2 tablespoons olive oil
Salad
1/4 cup chopped shallot (about 1 large)
1/4 cup red wine vinegar
2 tablespoons finely chopped fresh Italian parsley plus additional for sprinkling
1 tablespoon whole grain Dijon mustard
1 garlic clove, minced
3/4 cup olive oil
12 1/2-inch-thick diagonal baguette slices, toasted
3 5-ounce packages mixed baby greens
2 12-ounce jars marinated artichoke hearts, drained
1 12-ounce container yellow and red cherry tomatoes, halved
1 cup crumbled feta cheese (about 4 ounces)

Steps:

pesto Place all ingredients in processor. Blend until finely chopped. Season to taste with salt and pepper. DO AHEAD Can be made 1 day ahead. Cover and chill. salad Whisk shallot, vinegar, 2 tablespoons chopped parsley, mustard, and garlic in medium bowl. Gradually whisk in oil. Season to taste with salt and pepper. DO AHEAD Vinaigrette can be made 1 day ahead. Cover and chill. Spread 1 tablespoon pesto over each baguette slice. Sprinkle parsley over crostini. Mix baby greens, artichoke hearts, and cherry tomatoes in very large bowl. Toss with enough dressing to coat lightly.