Sun-Dried Tomato, Feta and Pine Nut Salad

Submitted by Little Bee

"A delicious salad fancy enough to entertain with and easy enough to make for yourself for lunch. Try adding grilled chicken strips to make a meal out of it! Serve with balsamic vinaigrette. We love the combination of all these flavors!"

 

• Ready In: 30mins
• Ingredients: 10
• Serves: 8

ingredients

• 1 loaf Italian bread, cubed
• 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
• 1⁄2 teaspoon seasoning salt
• 1⁄2 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1⁄2 cup pine nuts
• 1 cup sun-dried tomato
• 2 (16 ounce) packages mixed salad greens
• 4 green onions, cut into 1/2-inch pieces
• 8 ounces feta cheese, crumbled

directions

1. Preheat broiler. Toss 3 cups cubed Italian bread with olive oil. Season with seasoned salt, pepper, and garlic powder. Spread out in a single layer in a well oiled 9x13 inch baking dish. Broil until toasted, turning to brown evenly. Set croutons aside to cool.
2. Spread pine nuts on a baking sheet, place on bottom rack of the oven, and toast under broiler. This should only take a few minutes, so watch carefully to prevent burning. Set aside to cool.
3. Soak sun-dried tomatoes in hot water for 5 to 10 minutes, or until soft. Drain, and slice.
4. In a large salad bowl, toss mixed greens with green onions. Top with croutons, sun-dried tomatoes, pine nuts, and feta.