Mixed Greens with Cherries and Feta Cheese Balls |
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Prep Time: 0 Minutes Cook Time: 0 Minutes |
Ready In: 0 Minutes Servings: 1 |
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Salty feta plays off cherries' tart sweetness in this salad. Instead of crumbling the cheese, we coated balls with crunchy almonds for more texture and a nicer look. Ingredients:
4 ounces cream cheese |
4 ounces feta cheese |
1/2 cup finely chopped, toasted sliced almonds |
2 tablespoons champagne vinegar |
1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil |
1/2 teaspoon kosher salt |
1/2 teaspoon pepper |
2 1/2 qts. lightly packed mixed baby greens (5 to 6 oz.) |
2 cups pitted cherries, halved |
Directions:
1. Whirl cream cheese and feta in a food processor until smooth. Using a 1-in. ice cream scoop or a teaspoon, scoop balls of cheese mixture onto a plate. Chill 15 minutes. Pour almonds into a shallow bowl. Roll cheese balls in almonds to coat and set on a clean plate. Chill until firm, about 1 hour.
2. Whisk vinegar, oil, salt, and pepper in a large bowl to combine. Add greens and cherries and toss to coat. Arrange salad on plates and scatter cheese balls on top.
3. Make ahead: Through step 1, up to a few hours.
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