Don Giovanni Salad B O G Salad
Elevate your salad game with the vibrant and sophisticated Don Giovanni Salad B O G Salad, a medley of fresh mixed greens, juicy orange slices, creamy goat cheese, and toasted walnuts, brought together with a luscious balsamic-honey vinaigrette. This elegant yet easy-to-make salad blends bold flavors and textures, from the tangy citrus to the nutty crunch and luxurious cheese crumbles. With just 15 minutes of prep and a quick 5-minute toast for the walnuts, this recipe is perfect for a quick lunch, a refined side dish, or the star of your next dinner party. Packed with wholesome ingredients and dressed in a rich vinaigrette, this salad strikes the perfect balance of sweet, tangy, and savory. Serve this delightful creation as is or alongside your favorite main course for a crowd-pleasing addition to any meal.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 6 cups Mixed greens (arugula, spinach, and romaine)
- 1 large Orange
- 4 ounces Goat cheese
- 1 cup Walnuts (toasted)
- 3 tablespoons Balsamic vinegar
- 4 tablespoons Extra virgin olive oil
- 1 tablespoon Honey
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper (freshly ground)
Instructions
Wash and dry the mixed greens thoroughly. Place them in a large salad bowl.
Peel the orange and slice it into thin rounds, then cut each round in half to create half-moon shapes. Set aside.
Crumble the goat cheese into small, bite-sized portions for easy distribution throughout the salad.
Toast the walnuts in a dry skillet over medium heat for 3-5 minutes, shaking the pan occasionally to prevent burning. Once fragrant and golden, remove from heat and let them cool slightly.
In a small bowl, whisk together the balsamic vinegar, olive oil, honey, salt, and freshly ground black pepper until emulsified and smooth. Adjust seasoning to taste.
Arrange the orange slices and walnuts over the bed of mixed greens, then sprinkle the goat cheese crumbles evenly on top.
Just before serving, drizzle the balsamic vinaigrette over the salad and toss gently to coat all ingredients evenly.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1919 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 171.2 g | 219% | |
| Saturated Fat | 38.0 g | 190% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 89 mg | 30% | |
| Sodium | 1778 mg | 77% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 67.2 g | 24% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 15.1 g | 54% | |
| Total Sugars | 43.8 g | ||
| Protein | 49.8 g | 100% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 454 mg | 35% | |
| Iron | 9.9 mg | 55% | |
| Potassium | 1574 mg | 33% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
