Mixed Greens with Fried Cheese

Vegetarian
Health score
2%
Mixed Greens with Fried Cheese
15 min.
4
154kcal

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Are you looking for a delightful side dish that combines the crisp freshness of salad greens with the indulgent crunch of fried cheese? Look no further than this Mixed Greens with Fried Cheese recipe! Perfect for vegetarians and ready in just 15 minutes, this dish is not only quick to prepare but also bursting with flavor.

The star of this recipe is the Colby-Monterey Jack cheese, which is sliced and coated in Italian-style bread crumbs, then lightly fried to achieve a golden, crispy exterior while keeping the inside warm and melty. This contrast in textures elevates the simple salad greens to a whole new level, making it a perfect accompaniment to any meal or a satisfying light lunch on its own.

With a caloric count of just 154 kcal per serving, you can enjoy this dish guilt-free. The combination of protein, healthy fats, and carbohydrates ensures that it not only tastes great but also provides a balanced nutritional profile. Tossed with a zesty Italian dressing, the mixed salad greens add a refreshing touch that complements the richness of the fried cheese beautifully.

Whether you're hosting a dinner party or simply treating yourself to a delicious meal at home, this Mixed Greens with Fried Cheese is sure to impress. So grab your frying pan and get ready to whip up this scrumptious side dish that will leave everyone asking for seconds!

Ingredients

  • 2.5 ounce monterrey jack cheese (from 8-ounce block)
  • tablespoons salad dressing italian
  • 0.3 cup breadcrumbs dry italian-style
  • cups the salad mixed
  • 0.3 cup salad dressing italian

Equipment

  • bowl
  • frying pan

Directions

  1. Cut cheese block crosswise into twelve 1/4-inch-thick slices, 2 1/2x1 inch.
  2. Place 2 tablespoons dressing and the bread crumbs in separate small shallow bowls. Dip cheese slices into dressing, then coat completely with bread crumbs.
  3. Spray 10-inch nonstick skillet with cooking spray; heat over medium heat. Cook cheese slices in skillet 1 to 2 minutes, gently turning once, until light golden brown and cheese is warm. Do not overcook or cheese will melt.
  4. Toss salad greens and 1/4 cup dressing; divide among 4 plates. Top each salad with 3 pieces of cheese.
  5. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts

Calories154kcal
Protein15.64%
Fat59.85%
Carbs24.51%

Properties

Glycemic Index
6.75
Glycemic Load
0.03
Inflammation Score
-6
Nutrition Score
6.4673912395602%

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:154.4kcal
7.72%
Fat:10.34g
15.91%
Saturated Fat:4.11g
25.7%
Carbohydrates:9.54g
3.18%
Net Carbohydrates:9.23g
3.36%
Sugar:2.85g
3.17%
Cholesterol:15.77mg
5.26%
Sodium:386.68mg
16.81%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:6.08g
12.16%
Vitamin C:14.01mg
16.98%
Vitamin A:825.66IU
16.51%
Calcium:155.15mg
15.52%
Vitamin K:13.03µg
12.41%
Phosphorus:116.46mg
11.65%
Folate:32.61µg
8.15%
Manganese:0.16mg
7.95%
Vitamin B2:0.13mg
7.43%
Selenium:4.94µg
7.06%
Vitamin B1:0.09mg
6.02%
Zinc:0.77mg
5.14%
Iron:0.89mg
4.93%
Potassium:149mg
4.26%
Vitamin B6:0.08mg
4.2%
Vitamin B3:0.82mg
4.11%
Magnesium:15.37mg
3.84%
Vitamin E:0.53mg
3.51%
Copper:0.06mg
2.85%
Vitamin B12:0.17µg
2.84%
Vitamin B5:0.15mg
1.46%
Fiber:0.3g
1.22%