Warm Goat Cheese Salad with Grilled Olive Bread

Vegetarian
Health score
10%
Warm Goat Cheese Salad with Grilled Olive Bread
45 min.
6
362kcal

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Elevate your salad game with our Warm Goat Cheese Salad with Grilled Olive Bread! This delectable dish is perfect for those looking to enjoy a vegetarian meal that is both satisfying and elegant. Imagine creamy goat cheese, crusted in crispy panko breadcrumbs, lightly fried to a perfect golden brown, and served atop a bed of fresh mixed greens. Add a touch of savory flavor with a zesty vinaigrette infused with garlic, basil, and red wine vinegar, and you'll be left wanting more!

The combination of warm goat cheese and crunchy olive bread creates a delightful contrast in textures, making this salad not only a feast for the taste buds but also a visual delight. Ideal for a light lunch, a classy side dish at your next dinner party, or a main course that will impress even the most discerning guests, this recipe is sure to become a favorite.

With a total preparation time of just 45 minutes and enough to serve six people, it’s perfect for gatherings or a simple family meal at home. Each bite is packed with flavor, and you won’t mind indulging in a dish that offers 362 calories per serving. Whether you're a cooking enthusiast or just starting out, this recipe is straightforward and rewarding. Treat yourself and your loved ones to this warm, wholesome salad that’s both comforting and sophisticated!

Ingredients

  • tablespoons dijon mustard 
  • large egg whites lightly beaten
  • tablespoon basil fresh chopped
  • tablespoon parsley fresh chopped
  • tablespoon thyme sprigs fresh chopped
  •  garlic clove peeled halved
  • 12 ounce goat cheese fresh soft pressed halved
  • 0.5 teaspoon pepper black
  • 10 ounce the salad mixed
  • 6.8 inch bread 
  • tablespoon olive oil 
  • servings olive oil 
  • cup panko bread crumbs (Japanese breadcrumbs)
  • tablespoons red wine vinegar 
  • 0.3 teaspoon salt 

Equipment

  • bowl
  • frying pan
  • whisk
  • plastic wrap
  • ramekin
  • grill
  • microwave
  • measuring cup

Directions

  1. Place garlic and oil in small glass measuring cup or ramekin. Cover tightly with plastic wrap and microwave 30 seconds.
  2. Transfer garlic to small bowl. Reserve oil. Using fork, coarsely mash garlic.
  3. Add basil, vinegar, and mustard to mashed garlic.
  4. Whisk until smooth. Gradually whisk in reserved garlic oil. Season to taste with salt and pepper. (Can be made 1 day ahead. Cover and refrigerate.
  5. Let stand 1 hour at room temperature and rewhisk before using.)
  6. Mix first 6 ingredients in medium bowl to blend. Dip each cheese round into egg whites, turning to coat. Coat each with breadcrumb mixture.
  7. Transfer coated cheese rounds to plate. Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate at least 1 hour and up to 8 hours.
  8. Prepare barbecue (medium-high heat).
  9. Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in heavy large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat.
  10. Add cheese rounds and cook until golden and crisp, about 3 minutes per side.
  11. Transfer to plate.
  12. Brush bread slices on both sides with olive oil. Grill until beginning to toast, about 3 minutes per side.
  13. Transfer to plate.
  14. Place greens in large bowl and toss with all but 2 tablespoons vinaigrette; season to taste with salt and pepper. Divide salad among 6 plates. Top each with 1 cheese round and 1 slice grilled bread.
  15. Drizzle cheese rounds with remaining 2 tablespoons vinaigrette and serve.
  16. * Available at Asian markets and in the Asian foods section of some supermarkets.

Nutrition Facts

Calories362kcal
Protein15.7%
Fat72.02%
Carbs12.28%

Properties

Glycemic Index
49.94
Glycemic Load
0.92
Inflammation Score
-9
Nutrition Score
11.862608671188%

Flavonoids

Apigenin
1.48mg
Luteolin
0.55mg
Kaempferol
0.01mg
Myricetin
0.12mg
Quercetin
0.02mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:362.08kcal
18.1%
Fat:29.2g
44.93%
Saturated Fat:10.69g
66.78%
Carbohydrates:11.21g
3.74%
Net Carbohydrates:10.18g
3.7%
Sugar:1.46g
1.62%
Cholesterol:26.08mg
8.69%
Sodium:479.23mg
20.84%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:14.32g
28.64%
Vitamin A:1256.23IU
25.12%
Copper:0.49mg
24.46%
Vitamin K:24.33µg
23.18%
Vitamin B2:0.35mg
20.35%
Phosphorus:194.82mg
19.48%
Vitamin C:14.14mg
17.14%
Manganese:0.34mg
16.98%
Vitamin E:2.5mg
16.63%
Iron:2.45mg
13.63%
Selenium:9.17µg
13.1%
Calcium:120.62mg
12.06%
Vitamin B1:0.18mg
11.71%
Vitamin B6:0.22mg
10.84%
Folate:40.03µg
10.01%
Vitamin B3:1.41mg
7.04%
Magnesium:26.5mg
6.63%
Zinc:0.88mg
5.85%
Vitamin B5:0.57mg
5.73%
Potassium:165.21mg
4.72%
Fiber:1.03g
4.13%
Vitamin B12:0.15µg
2.54%
Vitamin D:0.23µg
1.51%
Source:Epicurious