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Best Easter Spring Salad with Goat Cheese

A vibrant and colorful salad featuring fresh produce and creamy goat cheese, perfect for Easter gatherings.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salad, Side Dish
Cuisine: American, Mediterranean
Calories: 250
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Salad Ingredients
  • 4 cups Mixed greens Use a mix of your favorite greens.
  • 1 cup Goat cheese, crumbled Fresh goat cheese works best.
  • 1 cup Cherry tomatoes, halved Use colorful varieties for visual appeal.
  • 1 medium Cucumber, sliced Peel if desired.
  • 1/4 medium Red onion, thinly sliced Adjust quantity to taste.
  • 1 medium Avocado, diced Make sure it's ripe.
  • 1/2 cup Walnuts or pecans, chopped Toast them for extra flavor, if desired.
Dressing Ingredients
  • 3 tablespoons Olive oil Extra virgin olive oil is recommended.
  • 2 tablespoons Balsamic vinegar Adjust according to taste.
  • 1/2 teaspoon Salt To taste.
  • 1/4 teaspoon Pepper Freshly ground is preferable.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. In a large bowl, combine the mixed greens, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, avocado, and chopped nuts.
Dressing
  1. In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, balsamic vinegar, salt, and pepper to make the dressing.
Mixing
  1. Drizzle the dressing over the salad and toss gently.
  2. Sprinkle the crumbled goat cheese on top.
  3. Serve immediately.

Notes

Serve as a light lunch or a side dish. Pairs well with grilled chicken or fish. For best taste, consume salad within one day.