Berry Salad with Almond-Cranberry Crusted Goat Cheese
This vibrant Spring Berry Salad features luscious strawberries and is complemented by creamy goat cheese coated in a delightful almond-cranberry crust, all resting atop a bed of tender baby greens. Feel free to swap in any seasonal berries or mix various kinds for added flavor. This refreshing salad is perfect on its own or as a delightful side to grilled chicken or fish.
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Ingredients
- 3 tablespoons chopped almonds
- 1 -1/2 tablespoon cider vinegar
- 4 oz soft goat cheese log
- 1 teaspoon minced shallots
- 1 tbsp honey
- 5 oz 8 cups mixed baby greens
- 1- 1/2 cups sliced strawberries
- 1 tablespoon red wine vinegar
- 3 tablespoons chopped craisins
- 2- 1/2 tablespoons olive oil
Instructions
- 1
Using your hands, shape the cheese into 12 small spheres, each weighing approximately 1/3 oz. In a separate small bowl, mix together the nuts and craisins. Coat each cheese ball in the nut mixture and place them in the refrigerator until you are ready to serve.
- 2
In a small bowl, add all the components for the dressing and whisk them together until well blended.
- 3
In a large salad bowl, combine all the salad components and either toss them with the dressing or distribute the ingredients evenly across four individual plates.