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SPECIAL DIET

Grilled Lebanese Salad

Amazingly, even our kids eat their greens, herbs and garden veggies when they’re prepared this way. Fresh and healthy never tasted more delicious.

Ingredient

  • 8 plum tomatoes
  • 1/2 pound whole fresh mushrooms
  • 2 medium red onions
  • 2 medium green peppers
  • 6 tablespoons olive oil, divided
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic salt
  • 4 cups cubed French bread (3/4-in. cubes)
  • 2 teaspoons dried thyme
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon pepper
  • 1 medium cucumber, peeled, seeded and sliced
  • 1/2 cup fresh basil leaves, thinly sliced
  • 3 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
Direction
  1. Cut tomatoes and mushrooms in half; place in a large bowl. Cut onions and peppers into 1/2-in.-thick slices; add to bowl. Drizzle with 4 tablespoons oil and sprinkle with garlic salt; toss to coat.
  2. Place bread cubes in another large bowl. Drizzle with remaining oil. Sprinkle with thyme, oregano, salt and pepper; toss to coat. Thread on metal or soaked wooden skewers.
  3. Transfer vegetables to a grill wok or basket. Grill, uncovered, over medium heat for 8-12 minutes or until tender, stirring frequently. Grill bread cubes, covered, over medium heat for 1-2 minutes or until toasted, turning occasionally.
  4. Coarsely chop the tomatoes, onions and peppers; place in a large bowl. Add the mushrooms, bread cubes, cucumber and basil; drizzle with vinegar and gently toss to