Goat Cheese Salad (An Easy 25 Minute Meal!)

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if you are tired of plain Salad Recipesthis summer Goat Cheese Salad Recipe is the perfect remedy.A hearty combination of crunchy veggies, tangy goat cheese, and roasted red pepper balsamic dressing, rich in flavor without the fuss healthy lunch or dinner – The whole family will love it.

Ingredients and Substitutes

This section explains how to choose the best ingredients for goat cheese salad, what each ingredient does in the recipe, and substitution options.For measurements, see recipe card below.

Despite having slightly more than 10 ingredients, this dish is still simple enough to include on my 10 or Fewer Ingredients website. It’s so nice not to share – and it’s still so easy! The dressing and salad each contain fewer than 10 ingredients and are ready in less than 30 minutes.

Roasted Red Pepper Dip:

• Roasted Red Peppers – be my sweet Roasted Red Peppers Use red bell peppers and olive oil at home, or use store bought For convenience.
• olive oil – You can also use extra virgin olive oil, avocado oil or a neutral oil.
• balsamic vinegar – The quality of the vinegar will affect the flavor of the sauce. this The one from Modena, Italy is my favourite. You can also substitute other acidic ingredients, such as apple cider vinegar or lemon juice.
• Honey – I prefer to use unsweetened honey, but either will work. If you don’t have honey, maple syrup is a great substitute.
• garlic – use fresh minced garlic for best flavor or 1 tsp canned minced garlic To save time. You can also substitute 1/4 teaspoon of garlic powder.
• italian seasoning – use a store bought mix or let me hurry up Homemade Italian Seasoning Just 5 minutes.
• sea ​​salt & Black pepper

Goat Cheese Salad:

• chicken – I used boneless skinless chicken breasts, but you can also substitute boneless skinless chicken thighs or tenderloin.Alternatively, use the remaining Grilled Chicken Breast or Instant Pot Shredded Chicken.
• sea ​​salt and black pepper
• olive oil
• Green vegetables – I used a spring mix as the base, but any vegetable can be used in this recipe, such as romaine lettuce, arugula, spinach (including baby spinach), or butter lettuce.
• sun dried tomatoes – you can do it yourself Homemade Sun Dried Tomatoesor buy them. Julienned (thinly sliced) tomatoes are best for this recipe. If they are packed in oil, drain them before using. Chop up any store-bought tomatoes that haven’t been julienned.
• goat cheese – Feta would be a good substitute if you don’t like goat cheese crumbles.
• Walnut – You can also use sliced ​​almonds, pine nuts, almonds, or pecans, but I prefer goat cheese walnut salad.If you are allergic to nuts, you can omit them entirely, or use sunflower seeds or Roasted Chickpeas austerity.
• avocado – To pick the perfect avocado, remove the stem tip. It should be soft on the outside and bright green on the inside — not brown.

How to Make Goat Cheese Salad

This section shows how to make a salad with goat cheese and walnuts, with step-by-step photos and details about the technique to help you visualize it.For full instructions, including amounts and temperatures, see recipe card below.

1. Make the dressing. Mix all seasonings together food processor and process until smooth. on hold.
2. Season the chicken. Pat the chicken breasts dry with paper towels. Season with salt and pepper.
3. Cook the chicken. heat the olive oil large baking dish or frying pan over medium heat. Add chicken breasts and cook, turning once, until golden and cooked through. Transfer to a plate to rest.

Tip: Use a meat thermometer.

I recommend using meat thermometer to make sure the chicken is cooked through. The internal temperature should reach 165 degrees Fahrenheit.

4. Assemble the goat cheese salad. Place spring mixture in a large salad bowl (or divide into 4 individual bowls). Top with cooked chicken, sun-dried tomatoes, goat cheese, walnuts, and sliced ​​avocado.
5. Drizzle with dressing. Pour dressing over salad. Toss to combine.

storage instructions

Store salad ingredients in individual airtight containers in the refrigerator for up to 4 days. If the salad has been mixed with the dressing, it will only last for 1 day.

Dressing will keep in a mason jar in the refrigerator for up to 1 week.it’s also great fish, shrimp, Steakand roasted vegetables. I like to make a double batch when I’m meal prepping to use throughout the week!

More Goat Cheese Salad Recipes

If goat cheese is your thing, try it in these other quick and fresh salads!

Goat Cheese Salad (An Easy 25 Minute Meal!)

Make this easy goat cheese salad recipe with chicken, veggies, walnuts, avocado and red pepper dressing. This is the perfect light and fresh meal!

Prepare: 5 minute

chef: 20 minute

all: 25 minute

Serving Size: 4 (adjust according to recipe)

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Roasted Red Pepper Vinaigrette:

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1. Mix the seasonings in a food processor and process until smooth. on hold.

2. Pat the chicken breasts dry with paper towels. Season with salt and pepper.

3. heat the olive oil large baking dish or frying pan over medium heat.Add chicken breasts and cook until 4-8 minutes per side, or until golden and cooked through. The internal temperature should register 165°F (74°C) with a meat thermometer.Transfer the chicken to a plate and let stand 5 minutes before slicing.

4. Place spring mixture in a large bowl (or divide into 4 individual bowls). Top with cooked chicken, sun-dried tomatoes, goat cheese, walnuts, and sliced ​​avocado.

5. Pour dressing over salad.

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recipe notes

Serving Size: 2 cups

nutrient content

Amount per serving. Serving sizes in recipe instructions above.

calories 659

fat 54.8 grams

protein 37.6 grams

total carbohydrates 19.7 grams

net carbs 14.2 grams

fiber 5.5 grams

sugar 10.4 grams

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