MARINATED CHEESE-TOPPED SALAD

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A lovely vinaigrette coats this green salad that's tossed with tomatoes, olives and marinated cream cheese 'croutons.' I freeze the cream cheese for 45 minutes or so to firm it up. This makes it easier to cut into cubes. -Barbara Estabrook, Rhinelander, Wisconsin

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Lunch

Time 25m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 14

Ingredients

1/2 cup olive oil
2 tablespoons minced fresh Italian parsley
2 tablespoons lemon juice
1 tablespoon minced fresh oregano
1 tablespoon red wine vinegar
1 large garlic clove, minced
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper
1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, chilled
4 cups torn romaine
2 cups fresh arugula or baby spinach
1-1/2 cups grape tomatoes, halved
2 shallots, thinly sliced
1/2 cup medium pitted green olives

Steps:

For dressing, in a small bowl, combine the first eight ingredients. Cut cream cheese into 1/2-inch cubes; toss with half of the dressing. Cover and refrigerate for 30 minutes., In a large bowl, combine the romaine, arugula, tomatoes, shallots and olives. Drizzle with remaining dressing; toss to coat. Top with marinated cheese. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 342 calories, Fat 34g fat (11g saturated fat), Cholesterol 42mg cholesterol, Sodium 461mg sodium, Carbohydrate 8g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 4g protein.