Mixed Greens with Goat Cheese, Cranberries, and Walnuts

Vegetarian
Gluten Free
Health score
12%
Mixed Greens with Goat Cheese, Cranberries, and Walnuts
45 min.
8
260kcal

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Looking for a vibrant and delicious side dish that will impress your guests? Look no further than this delightful Mixed Greens with Goat Cheese, Cranberries, and Walnuts salad! Perfectly balancing flavors and textures, this vegetarian and gluten-free recipe is not only a feast for the eyes but also a treat for the palate.

The combination of fresh mixed greens, sweetened dried cranberries, and crunchy toasted walnuts creates a symphony of taste that is both refreshing and satisfying. Topped with creamy crumbled goat cheese, this salad elevates any meal, making it an ideal accompaniment for gatherings or a simple family dinner.

What sets this dish apart is the zesty Lemon-Maple Vinaigrette that ties all the ingredients together, adding a bright and tangy note that enhances the natural flavors of the greens and fruits. Whether you choose to serve it as a traditional salad or opt for a creative presentation with goat cheese slices rolled in walnuts, this recipe is sure to be a hit.

With just 260 calories per serving, you can indulge guilt-free while enjoying a nutritious dish packed with protein, healthy fats, and essential vitamins. Ready in just 45 minutes, this Mixed Greens salad is the perfect way to add a touch of elegance to your dining experience. Dive into this delicious recipe and let your taste buds celebrate!

Ingredients

  • 11 ounce goat cheese crumbled
  • servings lemon-maple vinaigrette 
  • 16 cups greens mixed
  • cup cranberries dried sweetened
  • cup walnut halves toasted

Equipment

  • bowl

Directions

  1. Combine greens, cranberries, and walnuts in a large bowl. Just before serving, toss with 2/3 cup Lemon-Maple Vinaigrette, and top with goat cheese.
  2. Note: For a different serving option, slice goat cheese into 16 slices.
  3. Roll slices in chopped, toasted walnuts (omit walnut halves in salad).
  4. Serve slices over greens; drizzle with Lemon-Maple Vinaigrette.

Nutrition Facts

Calories260kcal
Protein15.32%
Fat58.84%
Carbs25.84%

Properties

Glycemic Index
5.69
Glycemic Load
0.32
Inflammation Score
-8
Nutrition Score
10.837826044663%

Flavonoids

Cyanidin
0.49mg
Delphinidin
0.02mg
Eriodictyol
1.5mg
Hesperetin
1.95mg
Naringenin
0.04mg
Luteolin
0.14mg
Myricetin
0.4mg
Quercetin
0.76mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:260.05kcal
13%
Fat:17.99g
27.68%
Saturated Fat:6.6g
41.26%
Carbohydrates:17.78g
5.93%
Net Carbohydrates:15.8g
5.74%
Sugar:11.9g
13.23%
Cholesterol:17.93mg
5.98%
Sodium:165.44mg
7.19%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:10.55g
21.09%
Manganese:0.7mg
34.91%
Copper:0.57mg
28.5%
Vitamin C:22.49mg
27.26%
Vitamin A:1315.93IU
26.32%
Phosphorus:183.93mg
18.39%
Vitamin B2:0.22mg
12.69%
Vitamin B6:0.25mg
12.57%
Folate:49.38µg
12.35%
Iron:1.77mg
9.84%
Magnesium:39.31mg
9.83%
Calcium:82.49mg
8.25%
Fiber:1.98g
7.92%
Vitamin B1:0.11mg
7.06%
Zinc:1mg
6.65%
Potassium:229.32mg
6.55%
Vitamin B5:0.49mg
4.91%
Vitamin B3:0.86mg
4.31%
Vitamin E:0.5mg
3.34%
Selenium:2.25µg
3.21%
Vitamin K:2.25µg
2.14%
Vitamin B12:0.07µg
1.23%
Vitamin D:0.16µg
1.04%
Source:My Recipes