Description
This Seeded Goat Cheese Salad features a colorful blend of fresh greens, creamy avocado, and tangy goat cheese, all topped with toasted seeds for a satisfying crunch. Drizzled with a simple homemade dressing, it’s a nutritious and vibrant dish ideal for any meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 200g goat cheese, crumbled
- 100g mixed seeds (pumpkin, sunflower, sesame)
- 150g mixed salad greens (arugula, spinach, and baby kale)
- 1 ripe avocado, diced
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 small cucumber, diced
- 1/4 red onion, thinly sliced
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
- 1 teaspoon honey (optional)
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh herbs (basil or parsley) for garnish
Instructions
- Wash the Greens: Rinse the mixed salad greens under cold water and use a salad spinner to remove excess water.
- Prepare the Vegetables:
- Avocado: Halve, pit, and dice the avocado.
- Cherry Tomatoes: Halve the cherry tomatoes.
- Cucumber: Dice the cucumber (peel if desired).
- Red Onion: Thinly slice the red onion; soak in cold water for 10 minutes if desired.
- Toast the Seeds: In a dry skillet over medium heat, toast the mixed seeds for 3-5 minutes until golden and fragrant.
- Combine the Dressing Ingredients: In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, balsamic vinegar, and honey (if using).
- Season the Dressing: Add salt and pepper to taste.
- Taste Test: Adjust seasoning as needed.
- Combine the Greens and Vegetables: In a large bowl, add the washed greens, avocado, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, and red onion.
- Add the Crumbled Goat Cheese: Sprinkle the goat cheese over the salad.
- Incorporate the Toasted Seeds: Add the toasted seeds to the salad.
- Drizzle with Dressing: Pour half of the dressing over the salad and toss gently.
- Toss the Salad: Gently combine all ingredients without mashing the avocado or crumbling the cheese too much.
- Plate the Salad: Serve in individual bowls or on a platter, arranging ingredients for visual appeal.
- Garnish: Sprinkle with fresh herbs for added flavor and color.
- Final Touches: Add any leftover toasted seeds on top if desired.
- Enjoy: Serve immediately and enjoy this nutritious salad!
Notes
- For added protein, consider topping the salad with grilled chicken or quinoa.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator and consume within a day for best freshness. Keep the dressing separate to avoid sogginess.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes