Fried Green Tomato Salad

Name: Fried Green Tomato Salad
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 10 min
Total time: 30 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Southern American
Ingredients: 4 medium green tomatoes, sliced; 1/2 cup yellow cornmeal; 1/4 cup all-purpose flour; 1 egg, whisked; 1/4 cup buttermilk; 1/4 cup vegetable oil; 6 cups mixed salad greens, washed; 4 oz goat cheese, crumbled; 1/4 cup remoulade dressing; 1/2 tsp salt; 1/4 tsp black pepper

Crispy cornmeal crusted green tomatoes served over tender greens with creamy goat cheese and tangy remoulade. This salad balances warm crunch with fresh garden flavors.

30 minMediumServes 4340 cal/serving

Southern AmericanSaladStovetopVegetarianHalal-friendlyNut-FreeSoy-FreeAlcohol-FreePork-Free

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Ingredients

4 medium green tomatoes, sliced
1/2 cup yellow cornmeal
1/4 cup all-purpose flour
1 egg, whisked
1/4 cup buttermilk
1/4 cup vegetable oil
6 cups mixed salad greens, washed
4 oz goat cheese, crumbled
1/4 cup remoulade dressing
1/2 tsp salt
1/4 tsp black pepper

Instructions

1

Whisk 1 whisked egg, 1/4 cup buttermilk, 1/2 tsp salt, and 1/4 tsp black pepper together in a shallow dish.
2

Combine 1/2 cup yellow cornmeal and 1/4 cup all-purpose flour in a second shallow dish.
3

Dip 4 medium sliced green tomatoes into the egg mixture, then coat evenly with the cornmeal mixture.
4

Heat 1/4 cup vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat and fry tomatoes for 2 to 3 minutes per side until golden, then drain on paper towels.
5

Divide 6 cups washed mixed salad greens among plates, top with fried tomatoes, sprinkle with 4 oz crumbled goat cheese, and drizzle with 1/4 cup remoulade dressing.

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Questions

Is there a substitute for buttermilk in Fried Green Tomato Salad?

The entry for Fried Green Tomato Salad calls for 1/4 cup buttermilk. In its place: Stir a tablespoon of lemon juice or white vinegar into a cup of milk and let it stand five minutes. Plain yogurt thinned with milk also works.

Can I make Fried Green Tomato Salad gluten-free?

Yes. The gluten in Fried Green Tomato Salad is 1/4 cup all-purpose flour. Swap the flour for a 1-to-1 gluten-free baking blend (where it only thickens a sauce, half as much cornstarch also works). Everything else proceeds as written.

Is Fried Green Tomato Salad vegan?

No, though it is vegetarian. What keeps it from vegan is 1/4 cup buttermilk, 4 oz goat cheese, crumbled and 1 egg, whisked. For fully plant-based entries, see the vegan salad collection.

Does Fried Green Tomato Salad contain eggs?

Yes: 1 egg, whisked. The full allergen list for this entry is gluten, dairy and eggs. Packaged ingredients vary by brand, so check labels if the allergy is serious.

How long does Fried Green Tomato Salad keep?

Water seeps out of the green tomatoes as the salad sits, so keep the dressing apart and toss Fried Green Tomato Salad just before serving. Undressed and refrigerated, the components hold about two days. It does not freeze.

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