Imagine a salad that transforms ordinary winter ingredients into a culinary masterpiece that's both refreshing and indulgent. The Goat Cheese and Tangelo Winter Salad is not just a dish—it's a vibrant symphony of flavors that will revolutionize your perception of winter eating. With creamy goat cheese, sweet-tangy tangelo segments, and a luscious honey-yogurt dressing, this recipe promises to be the star of your dining table, delivering a burst of brightness during the coldest months.
Prep Time: 15 mins
Cook Time: -
Total Time: 15 mins
Cuisine: American
Serves: 4 servings
Ingredients
- Mixed greens
- Goat cheese, crumbled
- Tangelo, segmented
- Walnuts, toasted
- Olive oil
- Greek yogurt
- Honey
- Salt
- Pepper
Instructions
- Prepare the ingredients by washing the mixed greens thoroughly and spinning or patting them dry to remove excess moisture.
- Toast the walnuts in a dry skillet over medium heat, stirring frequently for 3-5 minutes until fragrant and lightly golden. Remove from heat and let cool.
- Carefully segment the tangelo by cutting off the top and bottom, then using a sharp knife to remove the peel and white pith. Separate the segments by cutting between the membrane.
- In a small mixing bowl, whisk together Greek yogurt, honey, olive oil, salt, and freshly ground black pepper to create the creamy dressing. Taste and adjust seasoning as needed.
- Arrange the mixed greens on a large serving platter or individual plates as a base for the salad.
- Sprinkle the crumbled goat cheese evenly over the greens.
- Distribute the tangelo segments attractively across the salad.
- Scatter the toasted walnuts over the top of the salad.
- Drizzle the creamy honey-yogurt dressing over the salad just before serving.
- Serve immediately to ensure the greens remain crisp and the ingredients are at their freshest.
Tips
- Always toast nuts just before using to enhance their flavor and maintain maximum crunch. Watch them carefully to prevent burning.
- Choose the freshest, most vibrant mixed greens for the best texture and appearance. Baby spinach or arugula can also work beautifully in this recipe.
- Segment the tangelo over a bowl to catch any delicious juice, which can be incorporated into the dressing for extra citrusy depth.
- For the creamiest dressing, use full-fat Greek yogurt and whisk ingredients until completely smooth.
- Serve the salad immediately after dressing to prevent the greens from wilting and maintain the perfect crisp texture.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: kcal
Carbohydrates: g
Protein: g
Fat: g
Saturated Fat: g
Cholesterol: mg
