Indulge in a vibrant and refreshing Spinach Strawberry Salad with Goat Cheese Bruschetta, a delightful combination of sweet strawberries, tangy goat cheese, crunchy walnuts, and a drizzle of balsamic vinaigrette. This salad offers a delightful contrast of flavors and textures, making it a perfect appetizer or light meal. The accompanying recipes for the salad and bruschetta provide step-by-step instructions to create this culinary masterpiece. Immerse yourself in the culinary journey of preparing this flavorful salad and enjoy the burst of freshness with every bite.
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STRAWBERRY SPINACH SALAD WITH BAKED GOAT CHEESE
I absolutely love this salad.It has strawberry, spinach, pecans, baked goat cheese and is drizzled with balsamic vinegar salad dressing. Strawberry and balsamic vinegar are match made in heaven. What a Perfect combination.We totally enjoyed this Salad with a warm bite of baked Goat Cheese and crunchiness of Pecans in every...
Provided by Grishma Shah
Categories Other Side Dishes
Time 15m
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- 1. Freeze goat cheese for at least 30 minutes. Pre-heat oven to 375?F. Remove goat cheese from freezer, and slice into thick rounds. Dredge the goat cheese in the bread crumbs, making sure to completely cover the cheese. Place goat cheese rounds on a baking sheet. Place pecan halves in an even layer on same baking sheet. Bake until pecans are toasted, about 5-6 minutes. Remove from oven, and roughly chop pecans. Set aside.
- 2. While you are waiting for 6 minutes, start preparing for Spinach salad so that you can immediately serve it with warm goat cheese.
- 3. In a small bowl, combine the balsamic vinegar, honey, EVOO, and mustard. Whisk until well combined. Season with salt and pepper. Clean strawberries and spinach with water but make sure they are completely dry before you use them otherwise the dressing won't be able to cover the salad properly ( Use salad spinner for best results).
- 4. Now Toss the spinach, strawberries, and green onions (if using) in a large bowl. Drizzle dressing over the mixture, and toss to combine. Divide salad evenly into four bowls. Top with chopped pecans and a goat cheese round.
- 5. Enjoy this healthy, flavorful and refreshing summer salad just in 15 minutes!
STRAWBERRY GOAT CHEESE BRUSCHETTA
The way the tangy, slightly salty goat cheese works with the syrupy, balsamic-coated strawberries and crispy, charred bread is a thing of beauty.
Provided by Chef John
Categories Appetizers and Snacks Bruschetta Recipes
Time 25m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Heat vinegar in a small skillet over medium-low heat. Simmer until reduced by about half, 8 to 10 minutes. Remove from heat and allow to cool to room temperature.
- Prepare a grill for high heat. Place bread slices on a foil-lined baking sheet and drizzle with olive oil.
- Combine strawberries and thyme in a small bowl and set aside.
- Grill bread on the preheated grill until browned, about 3 minutes per side.
- Spread goat cheese on toasted bread. Add black pepper, salt, and reduced vinegar to the strawberry mixture. Spoon over the goat cheese topped bruschetta. Garnish with additional thyme.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 303.4 calories, Carbohydrate 29.9 g, Cholesterol 29.9 mg, Fat 15.2 g, Fiber 2.6 g, Protein 12.3 g, SaturatedFat 8.5 g, Sodium 460.1 mg, Sugar 7.9 g
SPINACH STRAWBERRY SALAD WITH GOAT CHEESE BRUSCHETTA
Make and share this Spinach Strawberry Salad With Goat Cheese Bruschetta recipe from Food.com.
Provided by JLofAustin
Categories Strawberry
Time 20m
Yield 6 Bruschetta, 6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Toss the spinach and strawberries in a bowl. Drizzle with the dressing and mix gently. Spoon 1 cup of the salad onto each of 6 salad plates. Sprinkle each serving with 1 teaspoon of the almonds. Place 1 slice of the cheese on each bread slice. Top each salad with 1 bruschetta.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 271.9, Fat 6.8, SaturatedFat 3.4, Cholesterol 11.2, Sodium 425.6, Carbohydrate 41.8, Fiber 3.4, Sugar 4.6, Protein 12.2
Tips:
- For the best flavor, use fresh, ripe strawberries. Look for berries that are plump and have a deep red color.
- If you don't have balsamic vinegar, you can substitute another type of vinegar, such as red wine vinegar or white wine vinegar.
- To make the goat cheese bruschetta, use a baguette that is at least a day old. This will help the bread to be crispy and flavorful.
- If you don't have a grill, you can toast the bread in the oven. Preheat the oven to 400 degrees Fahrenheit and toast the bread for 5-7 minutes, or until it is golden brown.
- To make the salad dressing, whisk together the olive oil, balsamic vinegar, honey, and salt and pepper. You can also add a pinch of garlic powder or onion powder for extra flavor.
- To assemble the salad, combine the spinach, strawberries, goat cheese bruschetta, and dressing in a large bowl. Toss to coat and serve immediately.
Conclusion:
This spinach strawberry salad with goat cheese bruschetta is a delicious and refreshing salad that is perfect for a summer lunch or dinner. The combination of sweet strawberries, tangy goat cheese, and crunchy bruschetta is sure to please everyone at your table.
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