Mixed Spring Greens With Goat Cheese

May 10, 2023May 10, 20230 2
Mixed Spring Greens with Tangy Goat Cheese
in Salad

Prep

15 min

Cook

10 min

Ready In

25 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

3 cups mixed spring greens
1/2 cup diced ripe tomatoes
3 diced green onions
6 ounces goat cheese , cylinder
1/2 cup seasoned bread crumbs
2 tablespoons basil , chopped
2 tablespoons chives , chopped
2 tablespoons Italian parsley , chopped
2/3 cup olive oil
1/4 cup balsamic vinegar
2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
salt and pepper

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
4
Calories
468
Sugar
4g
Fat
46g
Mix things up with this easy-to-make Mixed Spring Greens with Goat Cheese salad. This dish features a mix of crisp, flavorful greens topped with tangy baked goat cheese. Sprinkled with diced tomatoes, green onions, and fresh herbs, it's a refreshing salad with unbeatable flavors. The dish is ready in less than an hour and is perfect for a quick yet satisfying weekday lunch or a light appetizer for a special occasion.

Instructions

1.Preheat the oven to 350°F.
2.Cut the goat cheese cylinder into 12 slices, then roll them in the seasoned bread crumbs.
3.Once coated with bread crumbs, bake the goat cheese for 4-5 minutes or until golden brown on a baking sheet.
4.In a mixing bowl, combine the mixed spring greens, diced tomatoes, and green onions, then toss them with chopped basil, chives, and Italian parsley.
5.In a separate mixing bowl, whisk olive oil, balsamic vinegar, and Dijon mustard together with salt and pepper for the vinaigrette.
6.Dress the mixed spring greens with the vinaigrette, then top them with the baked goat cheese slices. Serve and enjoy!

PROS

This salad is both delicious and satisfying, thanks to the tangy goat cheese that contrasts beautifully with the fresh greens.

It’s also quick and easy to prepare, making it a perfect choice for a light lunch or a side dish.

CONS

Goat cheese is high in fat and calories, so it should be consumed in moderation.

Additionally, this salad may not be filling enough by itself, and it may require additional protein or grains to make it more substantial.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

This salad is packed with vitamins and minerals from the mixed spring greens, which are a great source of fiber, vitamin C, vitamin K, and folate.
The goat cheese provides a source of protein and calcium, while the olive oil in the vinaigrette offers healthy unsaturated fats.

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