Jul 17 2026

The Big Salad Recipe

Time45m
Serves4

Mixed greens, grilled eggplant, charred confit tomatoes, chevre, pickled onions, & fried garlic, tossed in our cider-lemon vinaigrette. Add Nola shrimp or grilled chicken, see add-ons

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Ingredients

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Salad Ingredients

Method

Preparation

  1. 1

    Prepare the Grilled Eggplant

    Slice the eggplant into ½ inch thick rounds, brush with olive oil, and season with salt and pepper. Grill on medium heat for about 3-4 minutes on each side until tender and charred.

  2. 2

    Cook the Confit Tomatoes

    In a saucepan, combine halved cherry tomatoes with olive oil, garlic, and herbs. Cook on low heat until the tomatoes are soft and slightly caramelized, approximately 20-30 minutes.

  3. 3

    Make the Cider-Lemon Vinaigrette

    In a small bowl, whisk together ¼ cup cider vinegar, ¼ cup lemon juice, ½ cup olive oil, salt, and pepper to taste.

  4. 4

    Assemble the Salad

    In a large bowl, combine mixed greens, grilled eggplant, confit tomatoes, chevre, pickled onions, and fried garlic. Drizzle with the cider-lemon vinaigrette and toss gently to combine.

  5. 5

    Serve

    Divide the salad among plates and serve immediately. Optionally, add Nola shrimp or grilled chicken on top for extra protein.

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