Blood Orange Salad with Goat Cheese and Pecans
Tasty Blood Orange Salad with Goat Cheese and Pecans
This delicious blood orange salad with creamy goat cheese and crunchy pecans is a delightful combination of flavors and textures. It’s the perfect dish to brighten up any meal or as a light and refreshing lunch option.
Ingredients:
- 4 blood oranges
- 2 cups mixed salad greens
- 1/2 cup crumbled goat cheese
- 1/4 cup chopped pecans
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 1 tablespoon honey
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions:
1. Peel the blood oranges and slice them into rounds.
2. In a large bowl, combine the salad greens, blood orange slices, crumbled goat cheese, and chopped pecans.
3. In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, honey, salt, and pepper to make the dressing.
4. Drizzle the dressing over the salad and gently toss to combine.
5. Serve immediately and enjoy!
How to Prepare:
This blood orange salad is incredibly easy to prepare. Simply follow these steps:
1. Start by peeling the blood oranges and slicing them into rounds.
2. In a large bowl, combine the salad greens, blood orange slices, crumbled goat cheese, and chopped pecans.
3. In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, honey, salt, and pepper to make the dressing.
4. Drizzle the dressing over the salad and gently toss to combine.
5. Serve immediately and enjoy!
Preparation Time: 10 minutes
Servings:
This recipe serves 2-4 people.
Nutrition Facts:
- Calories: 320
- Fat: 25g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Protein: 8g
Tips:
- For an extra burst of flavor, try adding some fresh herbs like basil or mint to the salad.
- Feel free to customize this salad based on your preferences. You can add additional ingredients like avocado, grilled chicken, or even some toasted almonds for added crunch.
- If blood oranges are not in season, you can substitute them with regular oranges or even grapefruit for a similar citrusy taste.
FAQs:
Q: Can I make this salad in advance?
A: While it’s best to enjoy this salad fresh, you can prepare the individual components in advance and assemble them just before serving to prevent the salad from becoming soggy.
Q: Can I use a different type of cheese?
A: Yes, you can substitute the goat cheese with feta or even blue cheese if you prefer.
Enjoy this refreshing and vibrant blood orange salad with goat cheese and pecans! It’s a delightful combination of flavors that will surely impress your taste buds.
