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How to make a Goat Cheese Salad - "Dawn Be That Way"

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Fig & Cranberry Salad with Goat Cheese

Cultural Context

This salad combines the sweetness of figs and cranberries with the creaminess of goat cheese, creating a delightful balance of flavors. Originating from American cuisine, it reflects the seasonal bounty of autumn and is often enjoyed at holiday gatherings or as a refreshing side dish. Today, variations abound, with many incorporating different nuts or dressings to suit personal tastes.

AmericanUSside
15 min
easy
4 servings
Servings4
4 cups mixed greens
2 tablespoons honey
4 oz goat cheese
1 shallot
1 medium pear
1 lemon
3 tablespoons olive oil
2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1/2 cup slivered almonds

Quantities are estimated based on standard recipes for your convenience. The actual ingredients used in this video are accurate.

goat cheese

🥗Healthier: feta cheese

💰Cheaper: cream cheese

Feta offers a similar tangy flavor at a lower cost.

walnuts

🥗Healthier: pumpkin seeds

💰Cheaper: sunflower seeds

Pumpkin seeds are nutritious and provide a crunch.

1

Toast slivered almonds in a pan until golden brown, then drizzle with honey and set aside in the fridge.

2

Wash and spin the lettuce to remove excess water.

3

Chop the lettuce and add it to a bowl.

4

Prepare the goat cheese toasts by placing goat cheese on pieces of toast, drizzle with honey, and broil on low until slightly melted.

5

Make the vinaigrette by combining chopped shallots, juice of half a lemon, olive oil, and red wine vinegar in a bowl, mixing to combine.

6

Dress the lettuce with the vinaigrette, ensuring it is well coated.

7

Add the remaining ingredients to the salad or serve individually.

Cooking Techniques

tossingtoasting

Equipment Needed

panbowltoaster ovenlettuce spinnertin foil

Spice Level:

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Dietary

vegetarian

Allergens

milktree-nuts

Also Known As

Cranberry Fig SaladGoat Cheese Salad

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