Mediterranean Diet Goat Cheese Salad with Honey Balsamic Vinaigrette
Elevate your salad game with this vibrant Mediterranean Diet Goat Cheese Salad with Honey Balsamic Vinaigrette! Bursting with fresh mixed greens, juicy cherry tomatoes, crisp cucumber, and tangy red onion, this salad combines the irresistible creaminess of crumbled goat cheese with the briny punch of Kalamata olives. A sprinkle of toasted slivered almonds adds a delightful crunch, while a homemade honey balsamic vinaigrette delivers the perfect balance of sweetness and tang. Ready in just 15 minutes, this nutrient-packed dish is as easy to prepare as it is satisfying, making it an ideal choice for a wholesome lunch or a colorful side dish. Perfect for Mediterranean diet enthusiasts or anyone seeking a healthy, flavorful meal idea, this salad will leave your taste buds singing!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 cups Mixed greens (spinach, arugula, romaine)
- 1 cup Cherry tomatoes
- 1 medium Cucumber
- 0.25 small Red onion
- 0.5 cup Kalamata olives
- 3 ounces Crumbled goat cheese
- 0.25 cup Slivered almonds
- 0.25 cup Extra virgin olive oil
- 3 tablespoons Balsamic vinegar
- 1 tablespoon Honey
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Ground black pepper
Instructions
Wash and dry the mixed greens thoroughly and place them in a large salad bowl.
Halve the cherry tomatoes and add them to the salad bowl.
Peel the cucumber, slice it in half lengthwise, scoop out the seeds, then slice it into half-moons. Add to the salad bowl.
Thinly slice the red onion and add it to the bowl.
Roughly chop the Kalamata olives and add them to the salad.
Sprinkle the crumbled goat cheese over the top of the salad.
In a small dry skillet, toast the slivered almonds over medium heat until golden brown and aromatic, about 3-4 minutes. Stir frequently to prevent burning. Once toasted, let them cool slightly before adding to the salad.
In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, balsamic vinegar, honey, Dijon mustard, salt, and black pepper until well combined and emulsified.
Just before serving, pour the honey balsamic vinaigrette over the salad and toss gently to combine. Serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1414 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 123.0 g | 158% | |
| Saturated Fat | 25.3 g | 127% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 49 mg | 16% | |
| Sodium | 3182 mg | 138% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 60.9 g | 22% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 17.4 g | 62% | |
| Total Sugars | 34.5 g | ||
| Protein | 28.5 g | 57% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 480 mg | 37% | |
| Iron | 9.8 mg | 54% | |
| Potassium | 1485 mg | 32% | |
*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.
