Mixed Spring Greens With Goat Cheese Recipes

SPRING GREENS WITH BEETS AND GOAT CHEESE

Steps:

• In a small bowl toss together the pecans, 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar and water; add to a warmed heavy skillet and heat until nuts are toasted, about 4 minutes.
• Sprinkle the toasted pecans with sugar and continue to cook and stir for 2 to 4 minutes or until sugar melts; spread on foil lined pan to cool.
• In a medium size bowl combine the syrup, mustard, salt and remaining 1 tablespoon vinegar; whisk in the olive oil until thoroughly incorporated.
• In a large salad bowl add the salad greens, beets and goat cheese, sprinkle with cooled pecans, drizzle with salad dressing, toss lightly and serve on chilled salad plates.
• Any remaining dressing keeps well for a few days in the refirgerator.

SPRING GREENS WITH BEETS AND 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.

SPRING MIX WITH WALNUTS, CRANBERRIES AND GOAT CHEESE

Steps:

• Rinse lettuces; divide between 2 bowls.
• Sprinkle with walnuts, cranberries and goat cheese, evenly between the 2 bowls.
• Dress with vinaigrette, to taste: Salt and Pepper, to taste.

MIXED GREENS WITH PECANS, GOAT CHEESE, AND DRIED CRANBERRIES

Steps:

• Whisk vinegar, mustard, and thyme in small bowl. Gradually whisk in oil. Season dressing with salt and pepper.
• Mix greens, cranberries, and onion in large bowl. Mix in enough dressing to coat. Sprinkle with nuts and cheese.