Blueberry Salad With Brie Croutons Recipes

BLUEBERRY SALAD WITH BRIE CROUTONS

Steps:

• Preheat the broiler to high heat.
• Cut the bread into eight 1/2-inch-thick slices and spread some of the Brie on each slice. Arrange on a baking sheet and place under the broiler for 2 to 3 minutes, until the cheese is soft and the bread is light golden brown on the edges.
• Combine the honey and vinegar in a small bowl and slowly add the oil, mixing briskly with a whisk or fork. Season with salt and pepper.
• Place the salad greens and blueberries in a large bowl and add the vinaigrette. Toss until the salad is thoroughly coated.
• Divide the salad between four bowls or plates and serve with the Brie croutons on the side.
• A little blueberry trivia: Blueberries have more antioxidants than almost any other fruit or vegetable. One of nature's few blue foods, blueberries are one of the few berries native to North America. Blueberries were an important staple food of Native Americans. They dried and added them to any food that needed extra flavor and made a strong tea from their roots to use as a relaxant during childbirth.

CAPRESE SALAD WITH BLUEBERRY CROUTONS

Steps:

• Rinse the blueberries, shaking off excess water but keeping them slightly wet. Dip them in the flour and shake off excess. Using a slotted spoon, dip the berries in the egg and drain. Roll them in the cornflakes, coating them completely.
• Heat the canola oil in a very large skillet over medium heat. Add the berries and sauté until brown and crisp, gently shaking the pan to brown them evenly.
• While the berries are sautéing, whisk the olive oil and balsamic vinegar together. On a platter, alternate slices of tomato and mozzarella. Drizzle with the vinaigrette. Place hot blueberries around the platter. Garnish with basil leaves and serve immediately.