Mixed Spring Greens with Goat Cheese
Bright, vibrant, and bursting with fresh flavors, this Mixed Spring Greens with Goat Cheese salad is the perfect celebration of seasonal produce. Featuring a refreshing medley of tender spring greens, juicy strawberries, creamy goat cheese, and crunchy toasted almonds, it's a symphony of textures in every bite. A tangy-sweet homemade balsamic vinaigrette, enhanced with honey and Dijon mustard, brings the dish together with a refined, gourmet touch. Ready in just 15 minutes, this salad is as quick and simple as it is elegant—ideal for a light lunch, a dinner party starter, or a healthy side. Experience the perfect balance of sweet, savory, and nutty flavors in this easy-to-make spring-inspired recipe!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 6 cups mixed spring greens
- 4 oz goat cheese
- 1 cup strawberries
- 1 cup sliced almonds
- 3 tbsp olive oil
- 2 tbsp balsamic vinegar
- 1 tbsp honey
- 1 tsp Dijon mustard
- 0.5 tsp salt
- 0.25 tsp black pepper
Instructions
Wash and thoroughly dry the mixed spring greens. Place them in a large salad bowl.
Hull and slice the strawberries. Add them to the bowl of greens.
Crumble the goat cheese into small, bite-sized pieces and add it to the salad.
Toast the sliced almonds in a dry skillet over medium heat for 2–3 minutes until golden and fragrant. Remove from heat and let cool before adding them to the salad.
In a small bowl or jar, whisk together the olive oil, balsamic vinegar, honey, Dijon mustard, salt, and black pepper to make the dressing.
Drizzle the dressing over the salad and gently toss to combine, ensuring the greens are evenly coated.
Serve immediately and enjoy your fresh Mixed Spring Greens with Goat Cheese!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2055 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 154.1 g | 198% | |
| Saturated Fat | 34.9 g | 174% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 89 mg | 30% | |
| Sodium | 2347 mg | 102% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 112.1 g | 41% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 54.3 g | 194% | |
| Total Sugars | 51.6 g | ||
| Protein | 86.1 g | 172% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 1606 mg | 124% | |
| Iron | 34.1 mg | 189% | |
| Potassium | 5320 mg | 113% | |
*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.
