Salade Au Chevre Chaud (Salad With Warm Goat Cheese)

May 09, 2023May 9, 20230 1
Salad with Warm Goat Cheese, a perfect balance of flavors
in Salad

Prep

15 min

Cook

15 min

Ready In

30 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

4 -8 garlic-flavored croutons ( homemade or bought )
4 goat cheese , rounds ( fresh and firm , about 1/4 pound )
1 teaspoon fresh thyme ( or 1/2 tsp . dried )
1/2 teaspoon chopped fresh rosemary
1/2 lb lettuce ( either one kind or a mixture of firm bitter lettuces such as curly endive , red-leaf , arugula , and le )
12 -15 fresh chervil , sprigs
1 red bell pepper , thinly sliced
tiny radish ( to garnish )
2 -3 tablespoons red wine vinegar
1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
1 small garlic clove , minced ( or put through a garlic press )
1/4 teaspoon dried tarragon , crushed ( or 1 tsp . chopped fresh )
1/2 cup plain nonfat yogurt
2 tablespoons olive oil
salt and pepper

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
4
Calories
245
Sugar
7g
Fat
18g
Salade Au Chevre Chaud, or Salad with Warm Goat Cheese, is a classic French dish that is often served as an appetizer or light lunch. It features a variety of fresh vegetables, including lettuce, chervil, red bell pepper, and radish, topped with warm, herb-coated goat cheese rounds. The dish is finished with a tangy dressing made with red wine vinegar, yogurt, and Dijon mustard. This salad is a perfect balance of flavors, textures, and nutrition, and is sure to impress any guests at your next dinner party.

Instructions

1.Preheat the oven to 375°F.
2.Toast the garlic croutons in the preheated oven until golden brown, about 5 minutes.
3.While the croutons are toasting, mix the thyme, rosemary, salt, and pepper together in a small bowl. Roll the goat cheese rounds in the herb mixture to evenly coat them.
4.Place the coated cheese rounds on a baking sheet and bake in the preheated oven until warmed and slightly melted, about 10 minutes.
5.Meanwhile, prepare the salad by tearing the lettuce into bite-sized pieces and placing them in a large bowl. Add the chervil, red bell pepper, and sliced radish.
6.In a small bowl, whisk together the red wine vinegar, lemon juice, mustard, minced garlic, tarragon, yogurt, olive oil, salt, and pepper.
7.Drizzle the dressing over the salad and toss well.
8.To serve, divide the salad onto four plates and top each with 1-2 garlic croutons and a warm goat cheese round.

PROS

This salad offers a balance of flavors and textures, with the warm, creamy goat cheese as a highlight.
It is also a great source of vitamins and minerals from the fresh vegetables.

CONS

The goat cheese rounds can be messy to work with, as they may melt and spread while baking.
Additionally, this salad may not be very filling if served as a main dish.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

This salad is packed with nutrients from the variety of fresh vegetables, including vitamins A, C, and K, as well as folic acid and fiber. The goat cheese adds protein and calcium to the mix. The garlic in the croutons and dressing has also been shown to have antibacterial and anti-inflammatory properties.

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