Warm Goat Cheese Salad

Ingredients:

• 4 cups mixed salad greens
• 1/2 cup crumbled goat cheese
• 1/2 cup walnuts
• 1/4 cup balsamic vinegar
• 2 tsp honey
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions:

1. Preheat oven to 350°F. Spread walnuts on a baking sheet and toast in the oven for 6-7 minutes, or until fragrant and lightly browned. Remove from the oven and allow to cool.
2. While the walnuts are toasting, mix together balsamic vinegar, honey, olive oil, salt and pepper in a small bowl to make the dressing. Set aside.
3. Take 4 slices of goat cheese, around 1/4 inch thick, and press to form small patties. Beat an egg and dip the patties in it. Then coat it with bread crumbs.
4. Heat up a frying pan with olive oil over high heat. Fry each disk for 1-2 minutes on each until golden brown and slightly melted.
5. Arrange the salad greens on plates, and sprinkle with the crumbled goat cheese and toasted walnuts.
6. Put the goat cheese on top of the salad greens.
   Pour the dressing over the top of the salad and serve.

Verdict:

This warm goat cheese salad is a perfect appetizer or side dish. The combination of the creamy goat cheese, the nuttiness of the walnuts, and the tanginess of the balsamic vinaigrette is absolutely delectable. The goat cheese discs give texture and a bit of protein to the salad. It’s a great recipe for those who are looking for a healthy yet flavorful dish.

Serving suggestion:

The salad can be served as a starter or side to any entree. It can also be enjoyed as a light lunch. Serve with a crusty bread and a glass of wine for a more complete meal.