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Spring Salad with Goat Cheese

Spring Salad with Goat Cheese: A Fresh Taste of Spring Bliss

A refreshing Spring Salad with Goat Cheese that beautifully showcases seasonal ingredients.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salads
Cuisine: American
Calories: 300
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 8 cups Mixed salad greens Any greens on hand can be used.
  • 1 cup Cherry tomatoes Can substitute with grape tomatoes.
  • 1 cup Cucumber Slice thinly for best texture.
  • 1/4 cup Red onion Yellow or sweet onion are great alternatives.
  • 4 oz Goat cheese Feta or ricotta are good substitutes.
  • 1/2 cup Walnuts Chop for easy mixing.
  • 1/2 cup Dried cranberries Can swap with raisins or skip for less sugar.
For the Dressing
  • 1/4 cup Olive oil Avocado oil can be used for a twist.
  • 2 tbsp Balsamic vinegar Apple cider vinegar is a good alternative.
  • 1 tbsp Honey Maple syrup or agave can be used.
  • 1/2 tsp Salt Sea salt is preferred.
  • 1/4 tsp Black pepper Adjust to suit taste.

Equipment

  • salad bowl
  • Knife
  • Whisk
  • Airtight container

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a large salad bowl, add mixed salad greens and gently toss them.
  2. Halve the cherry tomatoes and sprinkle them over the greens, then toss gently.
  3. Slice the cucumber thinly and add to the bowl, mixing to distribute evenly.
  4. Slice the red onion thinly and scatter over the salad, then mix carefully.
  5. Crumble goat cheese over the salad to enhance flavor and texture.
  6. Chop the walnuts and sprinkle them over the salad, folding the mixture gently.
  7. Disperse dried cranberries throughout the salad and mix again.
  8. Whisk together olive oil, balsamic vinegar, and honey for the dressing.
  9. Evenly drizzle the dressing over the salad ingredients.
  10. Sprinkle salt and black pepper over the top, adjusting to taste.
  11. Gently toss the salad to combine all components without breaking cheese.
  12. Serve the salad immediately for best texture and freshness.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 8gFat: 22gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 4gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 15mgSodium: 180mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 3gSugar: 8gVitamin A: 1500IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Store leftover salad in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. Keep the dressing separate to maintain freshness.

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