Romaine And Celery With Salsa Verde Dressing Food

ROMAINE, CELERY, AND PARMESAN SALAD

Steps:

• In a large salad bowl, combine the olive oil and vinegar, and mix well with a fork. Season with salt and pepper; set aside.
• Add the celery to the bowl with the dressing and toss to combine. Remove celery with a slotted spoon; set aside.
• To the bowl with the dressing, add the lettuce and parsley. Toss to coat with dressing. Arrange the greens on a platter, and top with celery. Using a vegetable peeler, or a paring knife, scrape the cheese to make thin sheets and layer them over the celery. Serve immediately.

SKIRT STEAK WITH SALSA VERDE SALAD

Steps:

• If necessary, cut the steak crosswise into large pieces that will fit into a shallow, nonreactive dish. Transfer the steaks to the dish. In a glass measuring cup or bowl, whisk together the olive oil, vinegar, scallions, capers, garlic, 1/2 teaspoon salt and 1/2 teaspoon pepper. Pour about 1/3 of the dressing (about 1/3 cup) over the steak and turn to coat both sides.
• Add the parsley and 1 tablespoon mint to the reserved dressing, stir, and set aside until ready to use. Cover and refrigerate the steak for at least 30 minutes or up to 24 hours. (If marinating the steak overnight, cover and refrigerate the reserved dressing.)
• In a small sauté pan set over medium heat, toast the pine nuts, tossing often, until golden brown, about 3 minutes. Set aside.
• Set the grill to medium-high heat, or heat a grill pan on the stovetop over medium-high. Pat the steaks dry with a paper towel and grill for 3 to 5 minutes on each side for medium-rare. Transfer to a plate, sprinkle with salt, and allow to rest for 10 minutes.
• While the steak rests, cut the romaine hearts lengthwise into quarters. Arrange the romaine hearts in one layer on a large platter, leaving room on one side for the steak. Sprinkle the feta, pine nuts and the remaining 1 tablespoon mint over the romaine. Slice the steak crosswise into 3-inch pieces, then slice against the grain to cut the steak into wide strips. Arrange the sliced steak on the platter, then drizzle the reserved dressing over the romaine and steak. Serve immediately.

ROMAINE AND CELERY WITH SALSA VERDE DRESSING

Steps:

• Combine the romaine, celery, and croutons in a large mixing bowl. Dress with the salsa verde, making sure to lightly toss the greens but thoroughly incorporate the dressing.
• Combine the capers, parsley, olive oil, lemon juice, red pepper flakes, anchovies, and salt in a blender. Blend on low speed just until well chopped but still somewhat coarse.

ROMAINE LETTUCE SALAD WITH CILANTRO DRESSING

Steps:

• Have ready a large bowl of ice water.
• Rinse the lettuce under cold running water, tear into bite-sized pieces, and let stand in the ice water to crisp for 10-15 minutes. Drain well and dry very thoroughly in a salad spinner.
• In a salad bowl, combine the lettuce, cucumber, and celery.
• In a blender, combine the cilantro and olive oil; process to a puree.
• Add the remaining ingredients and blend until smooth.
• Toss with the salad and serve.

CHOPPED SALAD WITH SALSA VERDE DRESSING

Steps:

• Puree first 5 ingredients in blender. Pour into medium bowl. Whisk in oil, then green onions. Season with salt and pepper.
• Mix all remaining ingredients except chips in bowl. Toss with enough dressing to coat. Serve with chips, if desired.