GREEK ROASTED TOMATO AND SPINACH SALAD

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Not your everyday spinach salad! Good things take time and this salad is worth every minute. Serve with grilled meat, chicken or fish and crusty bread for a fantastical dinner! Prep time does not include marination.

Provided by Lorac

Categories     Cheese

Time 55m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

6 1/2 ounces halloumi cheese (or fresh Mozzarella)
1/4 cup olive oil
2 cloves garlic, crushed
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1 teaspoon dried marjoram
8 roma tomatoes, halved
1 small red onion, cut into 8 wedges,with base intact
1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil, divided
2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar, divided
salt
fresh coarse ground black pepper
6 ounces baby spinach leaves

Steps:

  • Cut cheese into 1/2 inch thick lenghtwise slices.
  • Mix oil, garlic and herbs in a shallow dish, add cheese, cover and marinate 1 to 2 hours.
  • Preheat oven to 400°F.
  • PLace onions and tomatoes on a baking sheet, drizzle with 2 tbls of the extra virgin olive oil, 1 tbls balsamic vinegar, salt and pepper.
  • Bake 30 to 40 minutes or until golden brown.
  • Meanwhile, heat a non-stick frying pan over medium heat, drain the cheese and cook for 1 minute each side or until golden brown.
  • Divide spinach among 4 serving plates, top with toamatoes and onions.
  • Whisk together the remaining oil and vinegar and drizzle over the salad.
  • Top with Haloumi and serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 288.1, Fat 27.5, SaturatedFat 3.8, Sodium 43.4, Carbohydrate 10.1, Fiber 2.9, Sugar 5.4, Protein 2.7

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