Low Fat Goat Cheese Salad with Honey Balsamic Vinaigrette
Elevate your salad game with this vibrant and nutritious Low Fat Goat Cheese Salad with Honey Balsamic Vinaigrette—a perfect combination of fresh ingredients and bold flavors. Crisp mixed greens, juicy cherry tomatoes, and refreshing cucumber create the ideal base, complemented by tangy crumbles of low-fat goat cheese and toasted walnuts for a touch of crunch. The homemade honey balsamic vinaigrette ties it all together with its sweet-and-tangy balance, adding depth without overpowering the light profile of this dish. Ready in just 20 minutes, this heart-healthy salad is perfect as a starter, lunch, or side dish for any occasion. Whether you're seeking a quick meal or impressing dinner guests, this easy recipe guarantees a delightful experience that’s packed with flavor.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 6 cups Mixed greens
- 4 ounces Low fat goat cheese
- 1 cup Cherry tomatoes
- 1 large Cucumber
- 0.5 small Red onion
- 0.5 cup Walnuts
- 2 tablespoons Honey
- 3 tablespoons Balsamic vinegar
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 0.25 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
Instructions
1. Begin by washing and drying the mixed greens thoroughly. Place them in a large salad bowl.
2. Halve the cherry tomatoes and add them to the salad bowl.
3. Peel the cucumber, slice it into thin rounds, and add to the salad.
4. Thinly slice the red onion and toss it with the greens and veggies in the bowl.
5. Break the low fat goat cheese into small crumbles and sprinkle over the salad.
6. Toast the walnuts in a dry skillet over medium heat for about 3-4 minutes, or until they are fragrant and lightly browned. Allow them to cool slightly before adding them to the salad.
7. For the vinaigrette, whisk together the honey, balsamic vinegar, olive oil, salt, and black pepper in a small bowl until well combined.
8. Drizzle the honey balsamic vinaigrette over the salad, making sure to coat all the ingredients evenly.
9. Gently toss the salad to mix all the components together, then serve immediately to enjoy the fresh flavors.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1163 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 80.7 g | 103% | |
| Saturated Fat | 16.4 g | 82% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 31.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 40 mg | 14% | |
| Sodium | 1244 mg | 54% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 86.3 g | 31% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 11.4 g | 41% | |
| Total Sugars | 62.0 g | ||
| Protein | 37.8 g | 76% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 423 mg | 33% | |
| Iron | 6.9 mg | 38% | |
| Potassium | 2084 mg | 44% | |
*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.
