Best 9 Mixed Greens With Goat Cheese Recipes

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**Mixed Greens with Goat Cheese: A Symphony of Flavors and Textures**

Indulge in a culinary journey with our collection of mixed greens with goat cheese recipes, a harmonious blend of flavors and textures that will tantalize your taste buds. From the classic combination of peppery arugula, creamy goat cheese, and sweet dried cranberries to the unique pairing of roasted beets, tangy goat cheese, and crunchy walnuts, these recipes offer a diverse range of options to suit every palate. Prepare to embark on a culinary adventure with our carefully curated selection of mixed greens with goat cheese dishes.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

MIXED GREENS WITH ROASTED CHERRY TOMATOES AND FRIED GOAT CHEESE CROUTONS



Mixed Greens with Roasted Cherry Tomatoes and Fried Goat Cheese Croutons image

Provided by Trisha Yearwood

Categories     appetizer

Time 1h

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 18

1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
Olive oil, for drizzling
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
1 cup pecans
6 to 8 cups mixed greens
1 ripe pear, such as D'anjou, cored and sliced into 1/4-inch slices
1/4 cup champagne vinegar
1/4 cup freshly squeezed orange juice
1 teaspoon honey
1 teaspoon country Dijon mustard
1 small shallot, finely chopped
1/2 cup olive oil
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
3/4 cup vegetable oil
One 8-ounce log goat cheese
1/4 cup all-purpose flour
1 large egg, slightly beaten
3/4 cup panko breadcrumbs

Steps:

  • For the salad: Place the tomatoes on a baking sheet, drizzle with some olive oil and sprinkle with salt and pepper. Roast until tender and starting to brown, about 20 minutes. Let cool.
  • Meanwhile, toast the pecans in a large skillet over medium heat, tossing occasionally, until fragrant, 3 to 4 minutes. Let cool, then chop.
  • For the vinaigrette: Whisk together the champagne vinegar, orange juice, honey, Dijon and shallot in a medium bowl. Slowly whisk in the olive oil; season with some salt and pepper.
  • For the goat cheese croutons: Heat the vegetable oil in a medium skillet over medium-high heat. Slice the goat cheese into 8 equal rounds. Add to 3 shallow dishes, the flour, egg and panko. Coat each goat cheese round with flour, then egg and then panko, shaking off excess, and fry until golden on both sides, about 1 minute per side. Transfer to a paper-towel lined rack or plate.
  • To assemble the salad, toss the greens, pear, pecans and tomatoes in a large bowl. Drizzle with some vinaigrette and gently toss to fully combine. Divide the salad among 4 salad plates, top each with 2 goat cheese croutons, and serve.

ORECCHIETTE WITH MIXED GREENS AND GOAT CHEESE



Orecchiette with Mixed Greens and Goat Cheese image

Provided by Giada De Laurentiis

Categories     main-dish

Time 25m

Yield 1 serving

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 cup dried orecchiette pasta
2 cups Mediterranean-style mixed salad greens
2 tablespoons sun-dried tomatoes (packed in olive oil), chopped
1 tablespoon goat cheese, crumbled
2 tablespoons grated Parmesan, plus more for garnish
Pinch salt
Pinch freshly ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Bring a medium pot of salted water to a boil over high heat. Add the pasta and cook until tender but still firm to the bite, stirring occasionally, about 8 to 10 minutes. Drain pasta, reserving 1/2 cup of the water.
  • In medium bowl, mix the salad greens with the sun-dried tomatoes, goat cheese, and Parmesan. Top with warm pasta and 1/2 cup of the reserved pasta water. Toss to combine and wilt the greens. Season with a pinch each of salt and pepper, or to taste. Garnish with additional Parmesan, if desired, and serve.

MIXED GREENS WITH GOAT CHEESE AND CANDIED ALMONDS



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Categories     Salad     Fruit Juice     Leafy Green     Appetizer     Quick & Easy     Goat Cheese     Almond     Poppy     Bon Appétit     Vegetarian     Pescatarian     Wheat/Gluten-Free     Peanut Free     Soy Free     Kosher

Yield Makes 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 13

Candied almonds
1 cup sugar
1/4 cup water
1 1/2 cups slivered almonds, toasted
Salad
4 cups apple cider
1/4 cup apple cider vinegar
2 tablespoons grated onion
2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
1 tablespoon poppy seeds
1 cup olive oil
2 5-ounce bags mixed salad greens
12 ounces soft fresh goat cheese, crumbled

Steps:

  • For almonds:
  • Place foil on work surface. Stir sugar and 1/4 cup water in heavy medium saucepan over low heat until sugar dissolves, brushing down sides of pan with wet pastry brush. Increase heat and boil without stirring until mixture turns deep amber color, occasionally brushing down sides of pan with wet pastry brush and swirling pan, about 9 minutes. Mix in almonds. Immediately pour out onto foil, separating almonds with fork. Cool completely (mixture will harden).
  • For salad:
  • Boil apple cider in heavy large saucepan until reduced to 1/2 cup, about 23 minutes. Transfer to medium bowl and chill until cold. Add vinegar, onion, mustard and poppy seeds. Gradually whisk in olive oil. Season dressing to taste with salt and pepper. Toss greens, cheese and almonds in bowl with enough dressing to coat; serve.

MIXED GREENS WITH GOAT CHEESE AND CANDIED ALMONDS



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Make and share this Mixed Greens With Goat Cheese and Candied Almonds recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Mizzy

Categories     < 30 Mins

Time 30m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 cup sugar
1/4 cup water
1 1/2 cups slivered almonds, toasted
4 cups apple cider
1/4 cup apple cider vinegar
2 tablespoons grated onions
2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
1 tablespoon poppy seed
1 cup olive oil
2 (5 ounce) bags mixed salad greens
12 ounces soft fresh goat cheese, crumbled

Steps:

  • For almonds: Place foil on work surface.
  • Stir sugar and 1/4 cup water in heavy medium saucepan over low heat until sugar dissolves, brushing down sides of pan with wet pastry brush.
  • Increase heat and boil without stirring until mixture turns deep amber color, occasionally brushing down sides of pan with wet pastry brush and swirling pan, about 9 minutes.
  • Mix in almonds.
  • Immediately pour out onto foil, separating almonds with fork.
  • Cool completely (mixture will harden).
  • For salad: Boil apple cider in heavy large saucepan until reduced to 1/2 cup, about 23 minutes.
  • Transfer to medium bowl and chill until cold.
  • Add vinegar, onion, mustard and poppy seeds.
  • Gradually whisk in olive oil.
  • Season dressing to taste with salt and pepper.
  • Toss greens, cheese and almonds in bowl with enough dressing to coat; serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 577.4, Fat 46.8, SaturatedFat 10.8, Cholesterol 19.6, Sodium 200.1, Carbohydrate 30.2, Fiber 2.6, Sugar 26.7, Protein 12.6

MIXED GREENS WITH GOAT CHEESE CROSTINI



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Provided by Lynda Hotch Balslev

Categories     Salad     Cheese     Leafy Green     Tomato     Appetizer     Vegetarian     Quick & Easy     Goat Cheese     Pine Nut     Healthy     Bon Appétit     Switzerland     Sugar Conscious     Pescatarian     Peanut Free     Soy Free     Kosher

Yield Serves 2

Number Of Ingredients 8

8 1/2-inch-thick diagonally cut baguette slices (about 4 inches long by 1 1/2 inches wide)
4 ounces (8 tablespoons) soft fresh goat cheese (such as Montrachet)
1/4 cup olive oil
2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
1 small garlic clove, minced
5 cups mixed baby greens
2 tablespoons chopped drained oil-packed sun-dried tomatoes
2 tablespoons pine nuts, toasted

Steps:

  • Preheat broiler. Spread each baguette slice with 1 tablespoon goat cheese. Arrange on baking sheet, cheese side up.
  • Whisk oil, vinegar and garlic in large bowl to blend. Add greens, sun-dried tomatoes and pine nuts; toss to combine. Season salad to taste with salt and pepper. Divide salad between 2 plates.
  • Broil crostini just until cheese softens and begins to melt, about 1 minute. Arrange 4 crostini atop each salad.

SPRING GREENS WITH BEETS AND GOAT CHEESE



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"I love to put small variations on this salad, depending on what I have on hand, but this version is my absolute favorite. I just fell in love with the flavor combinations." Kristin Kossak, Bozeman, Montana

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 20m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 11

2/3 cup pecan halves
3 tablespoons balsamic vinegar, divided
1 tablespoon water
1 tablespoon sugar
1/4 cup olive oil
2 tablespoons maple syrup
1 teaspoon stone-ground mustard
1/8 teaspoon salt
1 package (5 ounces) spring mix salad greens
1 can (14-1/2 ounces) sliced beets, drained
1 cup crumbled goat cheese

Steps:

  • In a large heavy skillet, cook the pecans, 1 tablespoon vinegar and water over medium heat until nuts are toasted, about 4 minutes. Sprinkle with sugar. Cook and stir for 2-4 minutes or until sugar is melted. Spread on foil to cool., In a small bowl, whisk the oil, syrup, mustard, salt and remaining vinegar. Refrigerate until serving., In a large bowl, combine salad greens and dressing; toss to coat. Divide among eight salad plates. Top with beets, goat cheese and glazed pecans.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 268 calories, Fat 22g fat (7g saturated fat), Cholesterol 22mg cholesterol, Sodium 299mg sodium, Carbohydrate 12g carbohydrate (9g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 8g protein.

MIXED GREENS SALAD WITH PEARS, GOAT CHEESE, AND FIG VINAIGRETTE



Mixed Greens Salad With Pears, Goat Cheese, and Fig Vinaigrette image

I love figs, so when I found this recipe I knew I had to try it. The vinaigrette came out very thick, so I had to adapt it to suit my needs. Pared with the goat cheese and pears, this was wonderful. The vinaigrette's sweet-tart taste makes it well suited for a marinade for grilled or roasted pork and chicken.

Provided by Abby Girl

Categories     Salad Dressings

Time 25m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 14

1/2 cup balsamic vinegar (or white wine vinegar)
5 dried black figs, stemmed and coarsely chopped
10 tablespoons water (1/2 cup plus 2 T)
1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
2 tablespoons shallots, minced
1 teaspoon fresh thyme, minced
1 garlic clove, minced
1/4 cup olive oil
1/4 teaspoon salt
6 cups mixed salad greens
1 1/2 cups bosc pears, thinly sliced
1/4 cup goat cheese, crumbled
candied walnuts (optional)
grape tomatoes, chopped (optional)

Steps:

  • Combine balsamic vinegar and figs in a small saucepan over high heat, and bring to a boil. Reduce heat, and simmer until reduced to 1/3 cup: about 5 minutes.
  • Combine the fig mixture, water, and lemon juice in a blender, and process until smooth.
  • Place the fig mixture in a small bowl. Stir in shallots, thyme, and garlic. Add olive oil and salt; stir well with a whisk.
  • To serve: Drizzle enough dressing on the greens to coat. Place the greens on 6 salad plates and top with pear and goat cheese.

GREEN SALAD WITH BAKED GOAT CHEESE



Green Salad with Baked Goat Cheese image

I combined my favorite parts of a variety of salads to create this masterpiece. The warm baked cheese and crunchy croutons are wonderful complements to the crisp salad greens.-Deb Morris, Wevertown, New York

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 20m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 log (4 ounces) fresh goat cheese
1 tablespoon olive oil
1/4 cup seasoned bread crumbs
1 package (5 ounces) spring mix salad greens
1/2 cup dried cranberries
1/2 cup chopped walnuts, toasted
4 bacon strips, cooked and crumbled
1/2 cup Caesar salad croutons
Salad dressing of your choice

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°. Cut goat cheese into eight slices; brush both sides with olive oil and coat with bread crumbs. Place on an ungreased baking sheet. Bake until cheese is bubbly, 5-6 minutes., In a large bowl, combine salad greens, cranberries, walnuts and bacon; transfer to a platter. Top with cheese and croutons. Serve with dressing of your choice.,

Nutrition Facts : Calories 148 calories, Fat 10g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 13mg cholesterol, Sodium 192mg sodium, Carbohydrate 11g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 5g protein.

MIXED GREENS WITH PLUMS AND MARINATED GOAT CHEESE



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Marinate the cheese for a couple of hours, then assemble the salad just before serving.

Yield Makes 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 6

1/2 cup extra-virgin olive oil
2 tablespoons plus 1/4 cup chopped fresh basil
1 7-ounce log soft fresh goat cheese, cut into 6 rounds
8 ounces mixed baby greens
2 1/2 tablespoons rice vinegar
3 large ripe plums, pitted, each cut into 16 wedges

Steps:

  • Whisk oil and 2 tablespoons basil in shallow bowl. Season with salt and pepper. Add cheese; spoon basil oil over. Cover; let stand at room temperature 2 hours.
  • Remove cheese from basil oil. Reserve oil. Toss greens and 1/4 cup basil in large bowl. Add reserved basil oil and vinegar; toss. Season with salt and pepper. Divide among 6 plates. Top each salad with 1 cheese round and plum wedges.

Tips:

  • Select the freshest mixed greens: Look for vibrant, crisp leaves with no signs of wilting or yellowing.
  • Goat cheese selection: Choose a soft, creamy goat cheese for a smooth and spreadable texture. For a tangier flavor, opt for a firmer, aged goat cheese.
  • Dressing ingredients: Use high-quality olive oil and balsamic vinegar for the dressing. You can adjust the proportions to suit your taste preferences.
  • Add nuts for crunch: Toasted walnuts or almonds add a delightful crunch and nutty flavor to the salad.
  • Fresh herbs for flavor: Incorporate fresh herbs like chives, parsley, or basil for an extra layer of flavor and aroma.
  • Season with salt and pepper: Don't forget to season the salad with salt and black pepper to enhance the flavors.
  • Serve immediately: Mixed greens salads are best enjoyed fresh, so serve them immediately after assembling to maintain their crisp texture.

Conclusion:

This mixed greens salad with goat cheese is a delightful combination of flavors and textures that caters to a healthy and delicious meal. By following these tips and recipe variations, you can create a customized salad that suits your taste preferences. Enjoy this versatile dish as a refreshing side or as a light and nutritious main course. Happy cooking!

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