Best Romaine Cherry Tomato Salad Recipes

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ARTICHOKE, ROMAINE AND CHERRY TOMATO SALAD



Artichoke, Romaine and Cherry Tomato Salad image

Provided by Terry Kirts

Categories     Salad     Food Processor     Leafy Green     Tomato     Vegetable     No-Cook     Picnic     Spring     Summer     Bon Appétit

Yield Makes 6 to 8 Servings

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 6-ounce jars marinated artichoke hearts, drained
1/4 cup balsamic vinegar
2 tablespoons chopped fresh chives or green onion tops
1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
1 tablespoon coarse-grained Dijon mustard
2 teaspoons honey
5 tablespoons mayonnaise
1/2 cup extra-virgin olive oil
12 cups torn romaine lettuce
1 small red onion, thinly sliced
2 cups cherry tomatoes, halved
Parmesan cheese, freshly grated

Steps:

  • Mince 1 jar artichoke hearts in processor. Mix in next 5 ingredients. Transfer mixture to large bowl. Add mayonnaise; whisk until smooth. Gradually whisk in oil. Cover; chill dressing for at least 30 minutes to allow flavors to develop. (Can be made 3 days ahead. Cover; keep chilled.)
  • Combine lettuce, onion and tomatoes in bowl. Toss with enough dressing to coat. Divide salad among plates. Top with remaining artichokes and Parmesan.

ROMAINE & CHERRY TOMATO SALAD



Romaine & Cherry Tomato Salad image

My mother made this tasty salad for me as a child, and it was my favorite. Now we serve it as a sunny appetizer or entree. -Blythe Twiggs, Buford, Georgia

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch     Side Dishes

Time 20m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 small bunch romaine, torn
2 cups grape tomatoes, halved
1 package (12 ounces) frozen peas, thawed
1 small red onion, thinly sliced
1-1/2 cups reduced-fat mayonnaise
1 cup shredded Parmesan cheese
8 bacon strips, cooked and crumbled

Steps:

  • In a 3-qt. trifle bowl or glass bowl, layer romaine, tomatoes, peas and onion. Spread mayonnaise over onion. Sprinkle with cheese and bacon. Refrigerate until serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 284 calories, Fat 21g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 31mg cholesterol, Sodium 729mg sodium, Carbohydrate 14g carbohydrate (6g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 10g protein.

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