Almond Crusted Goat Cheese Salad
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
15 mins
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Total Time
15 mins
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Servings
2 servings
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Calories
431 kcal
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Course
Salad
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Cuisine
Vegetarian
Almond Crusted Goat Cheese Salad
Description
This salad combines savory and sweet elements starting with goat cheese balls rolled in crushed almonds and roasted sunflower seeds, offering a textured, creamy bite. The arugula base provides a fresh, slightly peppery contrast. Blanched asparagus adds a tender yet crisp vegetable component, while fresh strawberries and kiwi slices introduce natural sweetness and fruitiness.
Strawberry balsamic vinegar drizzled over the top complements both the fruit and the cheese, lending acidity and moisture. Additional roasted almonds sprinkled on the salad give an added layer of crunch and nuttiness.
Variations can include the addition of blueberries for more fruitiness. Strawberry-infused balsamic vinegar can be replaced with regular balsamic vinegar depending on availability, as both work well in balancing flavors.
The recipe yields two side salads or one large main salad, making it suitable for sharing or a light meal.
Ingredients
- 4 oz goat cheese
- ¼ cup almonds unsalted
- 2 TBSP sunflower seeds roasted, shelled
- 10 asparagus or to taste, spears
- 3-4 cups arugula baby leaves
- 6-8 strawberries chopped or sliced, fresh, ripe
- 1 kiwi peeled + sliced
- 2-3 TBSP almonds sliced or whole, roasted; lightly salted
- strawberry balsamic vinegar for drizzling
Instructions
- Place sunflower seeds and almonds in a plastic bag and pulverize with a glass olive oil bottle or any such object you choose! You can also go old fashioned and chop them or utilize a food processor if you'd prefer. The goal is to have finely crushed nuts and seeds for coating your goat cheese.
- Roll your goat cheese into balls, then roll each ball in the crushed almond mixture to coat, pressing gently to help as much of the mixture stick as possible. Set aside.
- Blanch your asparagus in boiling water for approx. 2 minutes until tender yet firm, then toss in ice water to halt the cooking process.
- Chop asparagus + set aside.
- Now let's make a salad!
- Top your arugula with asparagus, strawberries, kiwi, goat cheese balls, almonds, and any other toppings that float your boat!
- Drizzle with strawberry balsamic vinegar and dig in!
Notes
- Recipe makes 2 side salads or one extra-large salad.
- Blueberries can be added for extra fruit flavor.
- Strawberry-infused balsamic vinegar enhances the salad but regular balsamic vinegar is a good substitute.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 2servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 431 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 431kcal | 22% |
| Carbohydrates | 22g | 7% |
| Protein | 22g | 44% |
| Fat | 31g | 48% |
| Saturated Fat | 10g | 50% |
| Cholesterol | 26mg | 9% |
| Sodium | 257mg | 11% |
| Potassium | 751mg | 16% |
| Fiber | 9g | 36% |
| Sugar | 10g | 20% |
| Vitamin A | 1942IU | 39% |
| Vitamin C | 72mg | 80% |
| Calcium | 248mg | 25% |
| Iron | 5mg | 28% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
5
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