Best 7 Mesclun And Cherry Salad With Warm Goat Cheese Recipes

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Indulge in a delightful culinary journey with our Mesclun and Cherry Salad with Warm Goat Cheese recipe. This vibrant salad features a medley of fresh mesclun greens, sweet cherries, crisp walnuts, and tangy goat cheese. The centerpiece of the dish is a warm goat cheese crostini, perfectly toasted and drizzled with a luscious honey-balsamic glaze. This salad is not only a feast for the eyes but also a symphony of flavors and textures that will tantalize your taste buds. Alongside this main recipe, we also offer variations to suit your preferences, including a vegan option with tofu instead of goat cheese and a gluten-free version with almond flour crostini. Explore the diverse flavors of this delightful salad and find your perfect match.

Here are our top 7 tried and tested recipes!

MESCLUN SALAD WITH GOAT CHEESE, MAPLE-GLAZED PECANS AND MAPLE DIJON VINAIGRETTE



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This is the perfect fall salad for entertaining. The dressing has that savory-sweet flavor combo that everyone loves.

Provided by Jennifer Segal, adapted from The Washington Post

Categories     Salads

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 cup (4 ounces) pecan halves
2 tablespoons real maple syrup
Pinch salt
1 small garlic clove, minced
1 tablespoon finely chopped shallots
¼ teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
1½ tablespoons real maple syrup
2 teaspoons Dijon mustard
2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
6 tablespoons vegetable oil
10 cups mesclun greens (or favorite mixed greens such as green or red leaf, boston, bibb, or romaine)
3 ounces goat cheese (or blue cheese), crumbled

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 375 degrees. Lightly oil or line 2 baking sheets with parchment paper. In a small bowl, combine the pecans and maple syrup and toss gently to combine. Spread the pecans in a single layer on one of the prepared baking sheets. Roast in the preheated oven, stirring once, until the syrup is bubbling vigorously, about 5 minutes. Immediately scrape the glazed pecans onto the other prepared baking sheet, spreading them in a single layer. Sprinkle with a pinch of salt and set aside to cool.
  • In a small bowl, whisk together the garlic, shallots, salt, pepper, maple syrup, mustard and vinegar. Whisking constantly, slowly add the oil in a steady stream. (Alternatively, add all your ingredients to a jar, cover with lid, and shake vigorously to blend.) Set aside.
  • Place the greens in a large bowl, drizzle with about half of the vinaigrette and toss to combine. Add as much of the remaining vinaigrette as desired and toss again. Divide among individual plates, sprinkle with the cheese and reserved pecans and serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts :

WARM GOAT CHEESE SALAD WITH DRIED CHERRIES AND PANCETTA VINAIGRETTE



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Categories     Salad     Sauté     Goat Cheese     Cherry     Lettuce     Gourmet

Yield Serves 4 generously

Number Of Ingredients 9

8 cups mesclun (mixed baby greens), washed and dried
4 ounces dried cherries (about 1 cup)
6 ounces soft mild goat cheese
1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper, or to taste
a 1/2-pound piece of pancetta (Italian unsmoked cured bacon), cut into strips about 1/8-inch thick and 1 inch long
1/4 cup olive oil
1 tablespoon finely chopped garlic
1 tablespoon finely chopped fresh thyme leaves
6 tablespoons sherry vinegar

Steps:

  • In a large serving bowl, combine mesclun and dried cherries. Crumble goat cheese on top and sprinkle with pepper.
  • In a large skillet cook pancetta in oil over moderate heat, stirring, until lightly browned. Pour off about 3 tablespoons (about 1/3 cup should be left in skillet with pancetta). Add garlic and sauté mixture, stirring, until garlic is golden. Carefully add thyme and vinegar. Increase heat to moderately high and boil mixture 1 minute.
  • Add hot vinaigrette to salad and toss. Serve salad immediately.

SALAD WITH WARM GOAT CHEESE



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Provided by Ina Garten

Categories     side-dish

Time 30m

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 (11-ounce) log plain or herbed Montrachet
2 extra-large egg whites, beaten with 1 tablespoon water
Fresh white bread crumbs
2 tablespoons good cider vinegar
2 tablespoons good Champagne vinegar
Pinch sugar
1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
1 extra-large egg yolk
1 cup good olive oil
Enough mixed salad greens for 6 servings
Olive oil and unsalted butter, for frying

Steps:

  • Slice the Montrachet into 12 (1/2-inch-thick) slices. (The easiest way to slice goat cheese is to use a length of dental floss.) Dip each slice into the beaten egg whites, then the bread crumbs, being sure the cheese is thoroughly coated. Place the slices on a rack and chill them for at least 15 minutes.
  • For the dressing, place the vinegars, sugar, salt, pepper, and egg yolk in the bowl of a food processor fitted with a steel blade and blend for 1 minute. With the motor running, slowly pour the olive oil through the feed tube until the vinaigrette is thickened. Season, to taste.
  • Toss the salad greens with enough dressing to moisten, then divide them among 6 plates.
  • Melt 1 tablespoon oil and 1 tablespoon butter in a saute pan over medium-high heat until just under smoking. Cook the goat cheese rounds quickly on both sides until browned on the outside but not melted inside. Top each salad with 2 warm rounds and serve.

MESCLUN AND CHERRY SALAD WITH WARM GOAT CHEESE



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Provided by Lori Longbotham

Categories     Appetizer     Bake     Vegetarian     High Fiber     Graduation     Father's Day     Goat Cheese     Cherry     Spring     Summer     Shower     Lettuce     Bon Appétit     Pescatarian     Wheat/Gluten-Free     Peanut Free     Soy Free     No Sugar Added     Kosher

Yield Makes 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 tablespoons roasted almond oil or olive oil
2 tablespoons finely chopped shallot
2 tablespoons chopped fresh tarragon
1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
3/4 teaspoon finely grated lemon peel
3/4 cup sliced almonds (about 3 ounces)
1 large egg
1 tablespoon water
1 11-ounce log soft fresh goat cheese, cut crosswise into 6 rounds
6 cups (packed) mixed baby greens or baby spinach
1 cup halved pitted fresh Bing cherries or other dark sweet cherries (about 7 ounces whole unpitted cherries)
1/2 cup 2x1/4-inch strips fresh fennel bulb

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 400°F. Whisk first 5 ingredients in small bowl. Season dressing generously with salt and pepper.
  • Spread almonds on plate. Whisk egg and 1 tablespoon water in small bowl; sprinkle with freshly ground black pepper. Turn goat cheese rounds in egg mixture, then coat with sliced almonds, covering all sides. Place on rimmed baking sheet. DO AHEAD: Dressing and goat cheese rounds can be made 4 hours ahead. Cover separately and chill. Bring dressing to room temperature and whisk before using.
  • Bake goat cheese rounds until cheese is warm but not melted, about 10 minutes.
  • Combine greens, cherries, and fennel in large bowl. Add dressing and toss to coat. Divide salad among 6 plates. Place 1 cheese round on each plate and serve.

DATE, GOAT CHEESE AND MESCLUN SALAD



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Categories     Salad     Leafy Green     Quick & Easy     Goat Cheese     Date     Fall     Gourmet

Yield Serves 8

Number Of Ingredients 9

For vinaigrette:
2 tablespoons red-wine vinegar
1 tablespoon soy sauce
freshly ground black pepper to taste
1/2 cup extra-virgin olive oil
8 cups mesclun (mixed baby greens, about 3/4 pound), rinsed and spun dry
8 dried dates (preferably Medjool), pitted and cut lengthwise into thin strips (about 1 cup)
6 ounces Laura Chenel's Chabis* or other soft goat cheese, cut into pieces, at room temperature
*available at some specialty foods shops

Steps:

  • Make vinaigrette:
  • In a small bowl whisk together vinegar, soy sauce, pepper, and salt to taste and add oil in a stream, whisking until emulsified. Vinaigrette may be made 1 day ahead and chilled, covered. Bring vinaigrette to room temperature and whisk before proceeding.
  • In a bowl toss mesclun with vinaigrette and divide among 8 salad plates. Top salad with dates and goat cheese.

ARUGULA, CHERRY AND GOAT CHEESE SALAD



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This salad was inspired by a dish billed as Cherries and Goat Cheese on the menu at Westside Tavern in Los Angeles. Even if you're not inclined to add fruits like blueberries and cranberries to salads, this combination could change your mind. Even sweet cherries have a tart edge to them, and the combination of their sweet/tart flavor and juicy but firm texture with the pungent arugula, creamy goat cheese and crunchy nuts works very well.

Provided by Martha Rose Shulman

Categories     easy, quick, salads and dressings

Time 5m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 6-ounce bag baby arugula
16 cherries, halved and pitted
Scant 1/4 cup pistachios or almonds, (about 1 ounce), lightly toasted and chopped
1 tablespoon chopped fresh tarragon
1 tablespoon sherry vinegar
1 teaspoon balsamic vinegar
Salt and freshly ground pepper
3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
2 ounces goat cheese, crumbled

Steps:

  • Combine the arugula, cherries, half the nuts and the tarragon in a large bowl.
  • Whisk together the vinegars, salt and pepper and olive oil. Toss with the salad. Arrange on a platter, sprinkle the goat cheese and remaining pistachios over the top, and serve.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 202, UnsaturatedFat 12 grams, Carbohydrate 9 grams, Fat 17 grams, Fiber 2 grams, Protein 6 grams, SaturatedFat 4 grams, Sodium 262 milligrams, Sugar 6 grams

WARM GOAT CHEESE SALAD



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Even simple mesclun greens deserve special attention: These get an easy Dijon-mustard vinaigrette and toasted baguette slices topped with melted goat cheese.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Appetizers

Number Of Ingredients 7

2 1/2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
1/2 teaspoon Dijon mustard
1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil
Coarse salt and freshly ground pepper
6 ounces (about 6 cups) mesclun greens, washed and spun dry
1 baguette, cut into 12 slices, each about 1/4 inch thick
8 ounces soft goat cheese, cut into 12 slices, each about 1/4 inch thick

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, whisk vinegar with mustard. Slowly add oil in a steady stream, whisking constantly. Season with salt and pepper. Place greens in a large bowl.
  • Meanwhile, heat broiler. Arrange baguette slices on a baking sheet; top each with a goat cheese round. Toast until bread is golden brown and cheese has started to melt, 2 to 3 minutes. Drizzle greens with vinaigrette; toss to combine. Divide among four plates. Place three toasts on each salad. Serve immediately.

Tips:

  • Choose fresh and ripe ingredients: The quality of your ingredients will greatly affect the taste of your salad. Look for fresh, vibrant mesclun greens, sweet and juicy cherries, and a creamy, mild goat cheese.
  • Use a light touch when dressing the salad: A little bit of vinaigrette goes a long way. Toss the salad gently to evenly coat the greens without overdressing them.
  • Don't overcrowd the pan when searing the goat cheese: If you overcrowd the pan, the cheese will steam instead of sear. Work in batches if necessary.
  • Serve the salad immediately: This salad is best enjoyed fresh. The warm goat cheese will start to cool and harden as it sits, so don't let it sit for too long before serving.
  • Enjoy the salad as a light lunch or dinner: This salad is a great option for a light and healthy meal. It's also perfect for a summer picnic or potluck.

Conclusion:

This mesclun and cherry salad with warm goat cheese is a delicious and refreshing salad that's perfect for any occasion. It's easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste preferences. So next time you're looking for a light and healthy meal, give this salad a try.

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