Best Tarragon Vegetable Salad Recipes

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GRILLED VEGETABLE SALAD WITH TARRAGON VINAIGRETTE



Grilled Vegetable Salad With Tarragon Vinaigrette image

My taste testers described this salad as an 'explosion of flavor' in your mouth . . .starts out subtle and then builds! Note: To simplify preparation, the blanching of the beans and steaming of the potatoes can be done in advance!

Provided by Galley Wench

Categories     Potato

Time 1h

Yield 8-10 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 23

1 lb French haricots vert, trimmed (thin green beans)
1 1/2 lbs new potatoes, washed and cut in half
3 large zucchini, sliced lengthwise
2 large sweet onions, sliced 1/4 inch thick
1 large red pepper
1 large yellow pepper
3 (4 inch) portobello mushroom caps
olive oil (for basting)
1 head romaine lettuce, chopped (optonal)
salt
pepper
1 cup feta cheese, crumbled
3/4 cup chopped walnuts, toasted
1 sprig fresh tarragon
1/3 cup white wine vinegar
2 teaspoons whole grain mustard (to taste)
1 teaspoon Dijon mustard (to taste)
2 small shallots, diced
1/2 teaspoon garlic, minced
1 cup salad oil (I used red pepper infused olive oil)
2 tablespoons fresh tarragon, coarsely chopped (and muddled)
1 teaspoon lemon pepper (to taste)
1 pinch sugar (to taste)

Steps:

  • Chill salad plates.
  • VINAIGRETTE:.
  • Muddle the tarragon with a mortar and pestle (or mash between to tablespoons).
  • In a small bowl, whisk together vinegar and mustards. Add oil in a slow stream, whisking until well blended. Stir in shallots, garlic and and tarragon. Add lemon pepper to taste.
  • BLANCH BEANS:.
  • Bring a large pot of salted water to a rapid boil.
  • Drop the beans into the rapidly boiling water and bring back to a boil and cook uncovered for 8 - 10 minutes, testing the the beans after 8 minutes.
  • Once desired doneness is reached, immediately drain in colander and run cold water over them to stop the cooking process.
  • Drain and transfer to a mixing bowl, toss with 1/4 cup vinaigrette; set aside.
  • PREPARE VEGETABLES FOR GRILLING:.
  • Salt zucchini and place cut side down on wire rack which has been placed on cookie sheet to collect the water. Allow to sit for 20 minutes.
  • Place potatoes in a steamer (or use a microwave steam bag) and steam until partially cooked, approximately 4-5 minutes (less for microwave), Time will vary depending on size of the potatoes.
  • To Grill Vegetables:.
  • Preheat grill and oil grate (or better yet use a grill pan, which keeps the smaller pieces from going through the grate).
  • Place peppers on grill and blacken on all sides; transfer from grill to a covered dish for 10 minutes, then peel the blackened skin off. (Do not run under water as you will lose flavor.) Cut into 1-inch pieces. Set aside.
  • Brush zucchini, onions, mushrooms and potatoes with olive oil.
  • Grill over hot coals to desired doneness, approximately 4-6 minutes per side, or until grill marks are apparent on both sides.
  • Remove from grill and cool slightly.
  • Cut vegetables into 1-inch pieces.
  • Place grilled vegetables in large bowl and toss with 1/2 cup vinaigrette; top with green beans (drizzling the vinaigrette over the vegetables).
  • Line chilled serving plates with Roamaine lettuce; top with grilled vegetables.
  • Crumb feta cheese on top; and garnish with toasted walnuts and tarragon leaves.
  • Pass remaining dressing.

TARRAGON VEGETABLE SALAD



Tarragon Vegetable Salad image

You'll surely receive compliments when this pretty colorful salad appears on the table. The fresh-tasting tarragon dressing is just delicious.-Margaret Slocum, Ridgefield, Washington

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 25m

Yield 16 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 pound turnips, peeled and cut into 1/2-inch cubes
1 pound small red potatoes, cut into 1/2-inch cubes and cooked
1 pound fresh green beans, cut into 1-inch pieces and cooked
1 package (16 ounces) frozen peas and carrots, thawed
1/2 cup olive oil
3 tablespoons cider or white wine vinegar
1/4 cup sliced green onions
3 to 4 teaspoons minced fresh tarragon or 1-1/4 teaspoons dried tarragon
1 tablespoon minced fresh parsley
2 teaspoons Dijon mustard
1 teaspoon salt, optional
1/2 teaspoon pepper
Lettuce leaves and tomato wedges, optional

Steps:

  • Cook the turnips in boiling water for 8-10 minutes or until tender; drain. Place in a large bowl; add potatoes, beans, peas and carrots. In a small bowl, whisk oil, vinegar, onions, tarragon, parsley, mustard, salt if desired and pepper; pour over vegetables and toss to coat. Cover and refrigerate for 1 hour. If desired, serve on lettuce and top with a tomato wedge.

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