Winter Greens Salad with Oranges and Goat Cheese
Brighten up your table with this Winter Greens Salad with Oranges and Goat Cheese—a vibrant and refreshing dish that's perfect for the chilly season. Featuring a medley of hearty winter greens like kale, spinach, and arugula, this salad is elevated with sweet, juicy orange segments, creamy crumbled goat cheese, and the satisfying crunch of toasted walnuts. Tossed in a tangy homemade citrus vinaigrette made with fresh orange juice, honey, and Dijon mustard, every bite is a harmonious blend of flavors and textures. Ready in just 20 minutes, this easy winter salad is an ideal starter or a light meal, and it’s sure to impress with its stunning presentation and seasonal appeal.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 6 cups mixed winter greens (kale, spinach, arugula, or chard)
- 2 large oranges
- 4 ounces crumbled goat cheese
- 0.5 cups walnuts
- 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tablespoons fresh orange juice
- 1 tablespoon white wine vinegar
- 1 teaspoon honey
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
Wash and dry the mixed winter greens. Tear or chop into bite-sized pieces if needed, and set aside in a large salad bowl.
Peel the oranges and use a sharp knife to cut between the membranes to segment the fruit. Set the orange segments aside and reserve any juice for the dressing.
Toast the walnuts in a dry skillet over medium heat for 3-4 minutes, stirring frequently, until fragrant and lightly browned. Remove from heat and let cool.
In a small bowl or jar, whisk together the olive oil, fresh orange juice, white wine vinegar, honey, Dijon mustard, salt, and black pepper to make the citrus vinaigrette.
Drizzle the vinaigrette over the greens and toss gently to coat evenly.
Add the orange segments, crumbled goat cheese, and toasted walnuts to the salad. Toss lightly again, being careful not to crush the cheese.
Serve immediately and enjoy your Winter Greens Salad with Oranges and Goat Cheese!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1360 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 108.1 g | 139% | |
| Saturated Fat | 25.9 g | 130% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 28.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 65 mg | 22% | |
| Sodium | 1927 mg | 84% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 77.5 g | 28% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 18.3 g | 65% | |
| Total Sugars | 43.0 g | ||
| Protein | 39.0 g | 78% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 686 mg | 53% | |
| Iron | 8.3 mg | 46% | |
| Potassium | 1880 mg | 40% | |
*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.
