WARM GOAT CHEESE SALAD WITH PEARS & WALNUTS

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Categories     Salad     Side     Fry     Lettuce

Yield 4 salad plates

Number Of Ingredients 14

Dressing:
3 tablespoons white wine vinegar
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
1/2 cup walnut oil
Bread Crumbs:
1 1/4 cup Panko breadcrumbs
2 tablespoons minced fresh thyme, rosemary
11 ounces soft fresh goat cheese(such as Montrachet), cut into 8 rounds
1 egg, beaten to blend
Salad:
8 cups mixed baby greens
2 heads Belgian endive, cut crosswise into 1/2-inch pieces
2 large ripe pears, peeled, cored, cut into 1/4-inch-thick slices
1/3 cup chopped candied walnuts

Steps:

  • Make dressing: Whisk vinegar and mustard in small bowl to blend. Gradually whisk in 1/2 cup oil. Season to taste with salt and pepper. For goat cheese: Mix breadcrumbs and thyme in glass pie dish. Season cheese with salt & pepper. Dip cheese into beaten egg, then into breadcrumbs, coating completely. cover and refrigerate until ready to use. (Can be prepared 4 hours ahead.) On medium heat, working in batches, add cheese rounds to skillet and cook until crisp and brown on outside and soft on inside, about 2 minutes per side. Assemble salad: Combine mixed greens, Belgian endive and pears in large bowl. Toss salad with enough dressing to coat. Divide among 4 plates. Place 2 cheese rounds in center of each salad. Sprinkle with walnuts.

Daniel Astu
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Overall, this salad was a bit underwhelming. It wasn't bad, but it wasn't anything special either.


Juanita Pruneda
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I was a bit disappointed with this salad. The goat cheese was too strong for my taste and the pears were not very sweet. I think I would have preferred a different recipe.


Rodgerlee Fischer
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This salad is a bit pricey to make, but it's worth it. The goat cheese and pears are a luxurious combination and the dressing is to die for.


Ms Video Zone
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This salad is easy to make and very versatile. I've used different types of greens, nuts, and cheeses, and it always turns out great. It's a great weeknight dinner option.


ummay maria
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I've made this salad several times now and it's always a hit. It's a great way to use up leftover pears and goat cheese. I also like to add some roasted beets for a pop of color and sweetness.


nathan hoff
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This salad is so delicious and elegant. I served it at a dinner party and everyone loved it. The goat cheese and pears are a perfect match.


Niffer Haohou
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I made this salad for a picnic and it was a big hit! The dressing was flavorful and the goat cheese and pears were a perfect combination.


Jeet Mondal
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The salad was easy to make and the ingredients were readily available. However, I found the goat cheese to be a bit overpowering. Next time, I will use less goat cheese or a different type of cheese.


JOANNE HUNT
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This salad was a bit too sweet for me. I think I would have preferred a more savory dressing.


sionaid barton
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I'm not a big fan of goat cheese, but this salad was still really good. The pears and walnuts were a great combination and the dressing was light and flavorful.


Loveth Umeh
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This salad is a great way to use up leftover pears. I also added some blue cheese to the goat cheese for a more complex flavor. It was a hit with my family!


Emily Mwendwa
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Delicious! The goat cheese and pears are a perfect combination. I also added some dried cranberries for a little sweetness.


Xycvap
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This salad was easy to make and very tasty. I used a mix of arugula and spinach for the greens and added a few crumbled bacon pieces. It was a great lunch option.


Shwsha Gyan
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I followed the recipe exactly and the salad turned out great! The goat cheese was melted and gooey, the pears were perfectly caramelized, and the walnuts added a nice crunch. I will definitely be making this salad again.


Bina Tamang
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This salad is amazing! I love the combination of sweet pears, creamy goat cheese, and crunchy walnuts. It's a great salad for a light lunch or dinner.


The Clown
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I made this salad for lunch today and it was delicious! The flavors all worked so well together and the goat cheese was especially creamy. I would definitely recommend this recipe.


Aman Ullah Dewan
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This salad was a hit at my dinner party! The goat cheese was creamy and melted perfectly, the pears were sweet and juicy, and the walnuts added a nice crunch. I would definitely make this again.