Spanish Tapas Grilled Goat's Cheese on Bed of Lettuce

Indulge in the vibrant flavors of Spain with this tantalizing Spanish Tapas Grilled Goat's Cheese on Bed of Lettuce. This simple yet elegant dish combines creamy, golden-brown goat's cheese slices, lightly grilled to perfection, with a crisp medley of mixed lettuce leaves. Drizzled with a sweet and tangy honey vinaigrette made with extra virgin olive oil and white wine vinegar, this recipe strikes the perfect balance between richness and freshness. For an added touch, garnish with crunchy walnuts and fresh thyme or rosemary to elevate both flavor and presentation. Perfect as a starter or light main course, this quick, 15-minute recipe is an effortless way to bring sophisticated tapas-style dining to your table. Ideal for entertaining or a cozy meal at home, this dish embodies the essence of Mediterranean simplicity and indulgence.

Nutriscore Rating: 70/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:5 mins

Total Time:15 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 200 grams Goat's cheese (log or round slices)
• 4 cups Mixed lettuce leaves
• 2 tablespoons Honey
• 3 tablespoons Extra virgin olive oil
• 1 tablespoon White wine vinegar
• 0.5 teaspoons Salt
• 0.25 teaspoons Freshly ground black pepper
• 30 grams Walnuts (optional, for garnish)
• 2 sprigs Fresh thyme or rosemary (optional, for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat the grill (or broiler) to medium-high heat and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

Step 2

Slice the goat's cheese into 1 cm (1/2 inch) thick discs. Place the slices onto the prepared baking sheet.

Step 3

Arrange the mixed lettuce leaves on serving plates as a fresh bed for the goat's cheese.

Step 4

In a small bowl, whisk together honey, extra virgin olive oil, white wine vinegar, salt, and black pepper to make a vinaigrette dressing. Adjust seasoning to taste.

Step 5

Place the baking sheet with the goat's cheese under the grill. Grill for about 2-3 minutes, or until the cheese softens and develops a golden, bubbly top. Be careful not to overcook as the cheese may melt too much.

Step 6

Drizzle the vinaigrette evenly over the mixed lettuce on each plate.

Step 7

Carefully transfer the grilled goat's cheese slices onto the bed of lettuce, using a spatula if needed.

Step 8

Optional: Sprinkle the salad with chopped walnuts and garnish with fresh thyme or rosemary for added flavor and presentation.

Step 9

Serve immediately while the goat's cheese is warm and enjoy your Spanish Tapas Grilled Goat's Cheese on Bed of Lettuce!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1281.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1388.2

Total Fat 106.4g	0%
Saturated Fat 36.3g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat g
Cholesterol 107.1mg	0%
Sodium 2222.6mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 72.4g	0%
Dietary Fiber 12.6g	0%
Total Sugars 45.9g
Protein 51.4g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 702.9mg	0%
Iron 7.0mg	0%
Potassium 2236.1mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 65.9%

Protein: 14.2%

Carbs: 19.9%