Mixed Greens with Goat Cheese and Candied Almonds
Elevate your salad game with this irresistibly fresh and flavorful recipe for Mixed Greens with Goat Cheese and Candied Almonds. Featuring a vibrant medley of mixed greens, creamy crumbles of tangy goat cheese, and the perfect crunch of sweet, caramelized almonds, this dish strikes the ultimate balance of texture and flavor. A quick homemade vinaigrette made with olive oil, balsamic vinegar, honey, and Dijon mustard ties everything together with a tangy-sweet finish. Ready in just 20 minutes, this elegant salad is ideal for dinner parties, holiday spreads, or a refined weeknight meal. Serve it as a stunning appetizer or pair it with your favorite protein for a complete entree. With its blend of gourmet flavors and simplicity, this salad is guaranteed to impress!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 6 cups mixed salad greens
- 4 oz goat cheese
- 1 cup sliced almonds
- 0.33 cup granulated sugar
- 3 tbsp olive oil
- 2 tbsp balsamic vinegar
- 1 tbsp honey
- 1 tsp Dijon mustard
- 0.25 tsp salt
- 0.25 tsp black pepper
Instructions
In a dry skillet over medium heat, add sliced almonds and granulated sugar. Stir constantly until the sugar melts and coats the almonds evenly, about 3–5 minutes. Be careful not to burn the sugar. Once coated, transfer the almonds to a parchment-lined tray to cool and harden.
In a small bowl or jar, whisk together the olive oil, balsamic vinegar, honey, Dijon mustard, salt, and black pepper to make the vinaigrette. Set aside.
In a large salad bowl, combine the mixed greens.
Crumble the goat cheese and scatter it over the greens.
Break the candied almonds into pieces and sprinkle them on top of the salad.
Drizzle the vinaigrette over the salad just before serving. Toss lightly to coat the greens and toppings evenly.
Serve immediately and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1956 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 146.0 g | 187% | |
| Saturated Fat | 35.0 g | 175% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4.2 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 89 mg | 30% | |
| Sodium | 1334 mg | 58% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 122.2 g | 44% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 20.8 g | 74% | |
| Total Sugars | 94.8 g | ||
| Protein | 55.2 g | 110% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 670 mg | 52% | |
| Iron | 10.7 mg | 59% | |
| Potassium | 1766 mg | 38% | |
*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.
