Fried green tomatoes are a Southern staple. They’re so popular that every spring, restaurants across the South put them on the menu, and you’ll see them in grocery stores everywhere. But what’s not to love about fried green tomatoes? They’re crispy on the outside, tender on the inside and they go with everything from hamburgers to salads. In all honesty, I grew up eating fried green tomatoes not because my family was from the South but because my mom loves them so much she made sure there were always at least three different recipes floating around our kitchen counter at any given time.
Fried Green Tomato Lentil Salad
This salad is a fresh take on fried green tomatoes. Instead of frying, you’ll use red lentils to create a crispy texture.
- Use fresh green tomatoes and cut them into 1/4-inch slices.
- Whisk together olive oil, lemon juice and salt in a small bowl or measuring cup until well combined; set aside for later use as dressing for the lentils and tomatoes before serving (recipe below).
- Add basil leaves, parsley sprigs, mint leaves or cilantro sprigs right before serving so they stay fresh looking at room temperature without wilting away too quickly while waiting around all day long while you’re cooking up some deliciousness!
Cauliflower Fried Green Tomatoes
To make cauliflower fried green tomatoes, you’ll need:
- 1 head of cauliflower, grated in a food processor
- 3 eggs, beaten with 1/2 cup milk and 1/4 cup flour (the batter should be thick but not too thick)
- Seasoning of your choice (we recommend salt and pepper)
Grilled Summer Squash and Feta Frittata with Fried Green Tomatoes
Grilled Summer Squash and Feta Frittata with Fried Green Tomatoes
Recipe courtesy of the Food Network
Ingredients:
- 2 tablespoons olive oil, divided
- 1/2 pound yellow summer squash, sliced into 1/4-inch thick rounds (about 2 cups)
- 1/2 teaspoon salt, divided
- Freshly ground black pepper to taste
- 6 large eggs beaten with 1/4 cup milk or cr?me fra?che (or 1 cup regular eggs)
