Goat Cheese Salad with Honey Balsamic Vinaigrette
Elevate your salad game with this irresistible Goat Cheese Salad with Honey Balsamic Vinaigrette, a vibrant medley of flavors and textures that’s perfect for any occasion. Crisp mixed greens serve as the base for creamy crumbled goat cheese, sweet dried cranberries, and crunchy walnuts, creating a delightful balance of savory, sweet, and nutty notes. The star of the dish is the homemade honey balsamic vinaigrette, a quick and simple dressing that combines extra-virgin olive oil, tangy balsamic vinegar, sweet honey, and a touch of Dijon mustard for depth. Ready in just 15 minutes, this refreshing salad is perfect as a crowd-pleasing appetizer, an elegant side dish, or a light, satisfying meal. Whether you’re hosting a dinner party or preparing a quick weeknight treat, this salad is sure to impress with its gourmet flair and wholesome ingredients.
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Ingredients
- 5 cups Mixed salad greens
- 4 oz Goat cheese
- 0.5 cup Dried cranberries
- 0.5 cup Walnuts
- 0.25 cup Extra-virgin olive oil
- 2 tablespoons Balsamic vinegar
- 1 tablespoon Honey
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
Directions
Step 1
Begin by assembling the salad. Place the mixed salad greens in a large salad bowl.
Step 2
Crumble the goat cheese over the salad greens.
Step 3
Add the dried cranberries and walnuts evenly over the salad.
Step 4
Prepare the honey balsamic vinaigrette by combining the olive oil, balsamic vinegar, honey, Dijon mustard, salt, and black pepper in a small bowl.
Step 5
Whisk thoroughly until the dressing is emulsified and smooth.
Step 6
Drizzle the vinaigrette over the salad, starting with a small amount and adding more to taste.
Step 7
Toss the salad gently to evenly distribute the goat cheese, cranberries, and walnuts with the vinaigrette.
Step 8
Serve immediately as a delightful appetizer or side dish.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (534.5g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 1694.9 |
| Total Fat 134.6g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 35.9g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 28.5g | |
| Cholesterol 89.1mg | 0% |
| Sodium 1935.0mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 89.9g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 11.1g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 72.7g | |
| Protein 36.6g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 311.8mg | 0% |
| Iron 7.0mg | 0% |
| Potassium 926.2mg | 0% |
Source of Calories