Roasted Cherry and Pistachio Salad with Roasted Cherry Vinaigrette! Super easy to make and packed with fresh cherry goodness. You’re going to want to try this! Like immediately!
There are just some combinations you fall in love with. For it’s cherries and pistachios. They just happen to be two of my favourite foods so I’m so thrilled they combine so well together. Any chance I get to make a recipe that uses this flavour combination is a great day in my book. This recipe is incredibly easy to make and packed with the fresh flavour of summer in Ontario. Cherry season is in full swing and I just cannot get my hands on enough of them. Today I topped a salad with them and added some pistachios to it. Then I topped it off with a roasted cherry balsamic that’s will knock your socks off. Enjoy!
I knew when I signed up for weekday supper that I wanted to make what I call my Farmers Market Salad. My Farmers Market Salad varies with the season. I use what is in season locally and play around with different ideas. I knew with it being cherry season that this was the way to go. It’s absolutely fabulous! You must try this!
My son is visiting from out west so life is a bit crazy right now. So I’m keeping this one short and sweet. Sweet like fresh cherries in summertime. Enjoy!
- 2 cups mixed greens I use a spring mix
- 1/2 cup chopped pistachios
- 1/2 to 1 cup roasted cherries
- 1/4 to 1/2 cup roasted cherry vinaigrette
- 2 cups pitted and halved cherries
- 2 tablespoons sugar
- 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- 1/4 cup roasted cherries
- 1 tablespoon brown sugar
- 1/4 cup balsamic vinegar
- 3/4 cup olive oil
- 1 to 2 tablespoons of lemon juice if desired
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Mix your greens in a bowl.
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Add roasted cherries on top.
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Add chopped pistachios on top.
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Drizzle roasted cherry vinaigrette over top.
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Serve with a big old summer salad smile!
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Combine all ingredients in a bowl and mix well.
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Cover a rimmed cookie sheet with parchment.
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Transfer cherries to the cookie sheet.
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Place in a 350 degree F oven for about 15 to 20 minutes. Watch carefully and check every 5 minutes. They cook differently depending on ripeness.
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Remove and set aside or refrigerate till needed.
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In a food processor puree the cherries.
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Then add the balsamic and sugar.
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Give it a good whir.
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Add the olive oil slowly while pulsing until it thickens.
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You can add lemon juice if you like. I add it after the balsamic but before the olive oil
The recipes for the Roasted Cherries and the Roasted Cherry Vinaigrette make more than you need for one salad. I like to have extra on hand to make other things with.
This week’s Weekday Supper crew:
Monday – Watermelon and Mint Salad from Mama’s Blissful Bites
Tuesday – Grilled Chicken with Goat Cheese, Candied Tomatoes and Roasted Olives from Diana Darling
Wednesday – Wedge Salad from Shockingly Delicious
Thursday – Chicken Fried Rice from Basic N Delicious
Friday – Farmers Market Salad from Cravings of a Lunatic
Toodles and smoochies! xx
Renee says
July 26, 2013 at 8:20 AMWow Kim! What a gorgeous salad. I know I’m stopping by the store to pick up cherries. Yum, yum, yum, yummy in the tummy.
Kim Beaulieu says
September 8, 2013 at 1:58 AMThanks Renee. This was delicious. I miss cherry season.
Liz says
July 26, 2013 at 9:06 AMLooks terrific, Kim! I need to roast some cherries 🙂
Kim Beaulieu says
September 8, 2013 at 1:59 AMYou do. Next year we should meet in Michigan for cherry season.
Rachel Cooks says
July 26, 2013 at 9:14 AMLove the idea of roasted cherries! This looks fantastic, Kim!
Kim Beaulieu says
September 8, 2013 at 1:59 AMThanks so much Rachel.
The Mom Chef ~ Taking on Magazines One Recipe at a Time says
July 26, 2013 at 9:18 AMI love cherries and pistachios as well. I don’t know that I’ve met anyone else that favors that combination over the almond/cherry one. Great minds and all, eh? Your salad looks absolutely delicious. I could definitely make a meal of it.
Kim Beaulieu says
September 8, 2013 at 2:00 AMI know right. It’s such a great combo. More people need to hop on board. Thanks so much lady, I miss cherry season.
Maureen | Orgasmic Chef says
July 26, 2013 at 9:47 AMI love pistachios! Perfect salad for me. I had a pistachio gorgonzola sauce on chicken this week and now this salad would be next!
Kim Beaulieu says
September 8, 2013 at 2:02 AMMe too. I just picked up a big bag this week. Always need some on hand.
Ashley Bee (Quarter Life Crisis Cuisine) says
July 26, 2013 at 9:55 AMThis looks amazing! I love the fruit you used… fruit on salad is key.
Kim Beaulieu says
September 8, 2013 at 2:02 AMI totally agree. Love fruit on salad.
Abbe@This is How I Cook says
July 26, 2013 at 10:38 AMI love cherries! I’m going to the fridge right to get some. See what you made me do? Have fun with your son. Feed him this and he will be happy. And those turtle thingies…
Kim Beaulieu says
September 8, 2013 at 2:03 AMHa, I am happy now that I’ve made you suffer. Roflmao!
Terra says
July 26, 2013 at 11:13 AMOhhhhh, I haven’t tried pistachios and cherries together yet, BUT I must try the combo! Your salad sounds fabulous! Hugs, Terra
Kim Beaulieu says
September 8, 2013 at 2:04 AMYou must. I hope you got a chance to try it. So good.
john@kitchenriffs says
July 26, 2013 at 12:21 PMRoasted cherries taste so brilliant, don’t they? Love the idea of combining them with pistachios, then making a salad. Inspired! Good stuff – thanks.
Kim Beaulieu says
September 8, 2013 at 2:05 AMThey really do. Thanks so much John.
Colette says
July 26, 2013 at 12:55 PMI’m serving this w chicken TOnite!
Thanks, Kimmy. xo
Kim Beaulieu says
September 8, 2013 at 2:05 AMWhoo hoo.
Bernice says
July 26, 2013 at 1:00 PMNow there’s a combo I haven’t tried. Looks delicious and you had me at roasted cherries…
Kim Beaulieu says
September 8, 2013 at 2:06 AMIt’s divine. You must try it.
mjskit says
July 26, 2013 at 1:14 PMWOW! Now that a delicious salad! Wish I had some cherries right now!
Kim Beaulieu says
September 8, 2013 at 2:06 AMMe too. I miss cherry season.
Emily @ Life on Food says
July 26, 2013 at 1:45 PMThis sounds amazing. Yes, cherries and pistachios are great together. Love lovely 🙂 salads for supper!
Kim Beaulieu says
September 8, 2013 at 2:07 AMThanks Emily. I love the combo, it’s amazing.
Joanne T Ferguson says
July 26, 2013 at 9:15 PMG’day Kim! LOVE cherries, true!
Bought some yesterday and LOVE the idea of roasted cherry Vinaigrette (which I have never had) and is now on the list to do too! Thank you!
Cheers! Joanne
Kim Beaulieu says
September 8, 2013 at 2:08 AMThanks Joanne. I hope you get a chance to try it.
Laura Dembowski says
July 27, 2013 at 11:49 AMTotally agree that pistachios and cherries are a perfect match! Roasted fruit is so yummy, but I haven’t tried it with cherries yet – I need to do that!
Kim Beaulieu says
September 8, 2013 at 2:09 AMGlad I’m not the only cherry/pistachio lover in the world. Roasted cherries are amazing, the flavour just pops.
Helene D'souza says
July 27, 2013 at 11:55 AMI never thought of combining cherries with pistachios and you know what Kim, I love both flavors too! I really should be more creative with salads and think out of the box, just as you are doing. Smart and healthy salad, this one is winner Kim!
Kim Beaulieu says
September 8, 2013 at 2:09 AMThey are so good together. Perfection really.
Thanks so much Helene. xx
Becca from ItsYummi.com says
July 27, 2013 at 3:01 PMroasted cherries are SO freaking delicious! You knocked another one out of the park, Lunie! Great job!
Kim Beaulieu says
September 8, 2013 at 2:12 AMI know right. Thanks lady. xx
Ramona W says
July 28, 2013 at 8:15 AMRoasted cherry vinaigrette… you are killing me with goodness!! I love your ideas of roasting fruits… YUM!
Kim Beaulieu says
September 8, 2013 at 2:13 AMThanks Ramona. I love roasted fruits. It just enhances the flavour considerably.
Alex says
July 28, 2013 at 11:24 AMWhat a great-looking dish! I fell in love with the roasted cherry vinaigrette. Have a wonderful week!
Kim Beaulieu says
September 8, 2013 at 2:13 AMThanks so much Alex. I love anything cherry.
Bam's Kitchen says
July 28, 2013 at 8:24 PMLove that salad dressing. Perfect way to celebrate the swim suit season. I most recently ate a detox salad at a Dressed Salad resturant in HK that had a lovely mix of fresh greens cranberries, beats and nuts but I counted 17 whole cloves of garlic. holy cow, even by my standards that is a lot of garlic. I have renamed their salad Toxic salad. Have a super day. BAM
Kim Beaulieu says
September 8, 2013 at 2:15 AMHa, that’s a lot of garlic. I love it but wow. You poor thing. I hope you recovered. xx
Colleen, The Smart Cookie Cook says
July 29, 2013 at 9:09 PMIt’s no secret that I’m not a big salad fan most days, but this is one I can get down with. Love the flavors. You had me at pistachio!
Kim Beaulieu says
September 8, 2013 at 2:16 AMHa, me either most days. But this one is cool because it’s sweet. It’s the only way I can handle eating them.
suzanne Perazzini says
August 2, 2013 at 1:49 AMSuch a colourful dish. Enjoy your son’s visit.
Kim Beaulieu says
September 8, 2013 at 2:17 AMThanks so much Suzanne. Can’t wait to catch up once the hooligan goes back to school.
Dionne Baldwin says
August 4, 2013 at 11:20 AMI would think the roasted cherry vinaigrette would be perfect for a salad! And pistachio’s are just plain good. No argument here! I love a good salad. This one might just make an appearance on our table. 🙂 Have a good week my friend!
Kim Beaulieu says
September 8, 2013 at 2:19 AMSo good. I love this dressing. And this salad. I miss cherry season.
Kumar's Kitchen says
August 5, 2013 at 12:16 AMsuch a nice twist on this salad with the roasted cherry vinaigrette…scrumptiously munchy and healthy salad for any time of the day…awesome 🙂
Kim Beaulieu says
September 8, 2013 at 2:20 AMThanks so much. I love this salad.
Kiran @ KiranTarun.com says
August 5, 2013 at 12:40 PMYummy and gorgeous salad. If only cherries were cheaper in Orlando 😀
Kim Beaulieu says
September 8, 2013 at 2:21 AMThanks so much Kiran. Cherries are so expensive. But sometimes I just give in and splurge. They are so worth it.
Kathy says
August 8, 2013 at 7:10 PMThis is my first time visiting you. I found you via Chris Scheuer. You have a lovely blog and I’m glad to meet you. This salad is utterly delicious looking…I have a bag of cherries in my fridge right now. Hummm!
Kim Beaulieu says
September 8, 2013 at 2:22 AMThanks so much. I adore Chris. So glad you visited.
Jamie says
August 24, 2013 at 7:03 AMThis is not only so pretty but it looks outrageously good! Who doesn’t love cherries (and pistachios)?? And that roasted cherry vinaigrette is a wower! I love this!
Kim Beaulieu says
September 8, 2013 at 2:22 AMThanks so much Jamie. That means so much to me. xx
Kalyan says
September 1, 2013 at 6:25 AMlooks delicious….just mouthwatering!
Kim Beaulieu says
September 8, 2013 at 2:23 AMThanks so much.
Amy Tong says
September 7, 2013 at 1:42 AMYour Roasted Cherry and Pistachio Salad is gorgeous. I love the color and flavor combinations too. I can definitely eat this everyday. 🙂 Have a wonderful weekend.
Kim Beaulieu says
September 8, 2013 at 2:23 AMThanks Amy. I miss cherry season.
Trish @infinebalance says
October 26, 2013 at 7:08 PMThis is a gorgeous salad. I love roasted fruit – and cherries would be divine!
Renee @ CreativeMamaMessyHouse says
May 29, 2014 at 12:20 AMThis salad looks fabulous! Cherry season is back for us in California and it is predicted to be a short season, so I am buying a ton of cherries right now. In the past week I have bought 6 pounds worth! The month of June looks like it is going to have a lot of cherry recipes in it for me.