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Easter Spring Salad with Goat Cheese

Easter Spring Salad with Goat Cheese

  • Author: Michael
  • Total Time: 25 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: Gluten Free

Description

This Easter Spring Salad with Goat Cheese (plant-based) is a fresh, vibrant, and colorful salad featuring a crisp mix of spring greens, smoky turkey bacon, juicy cherry tomatoes, crunchy toasted walnuts, and a zesty, natural dressing. It perfectly balances textures and flavors for a delightful and healthy dish ideal for spring gatherings and weeknight meals.

Ingredients

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Salad Base

  • 4 cups mixed spring greens (baby spinach, arugula, butter lettuce)
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 1 cup cucumber slices
  • 1/4 cup red onion, thinly sliced

Toppings

  • 1/2 cup goat cheese (plant-based), crumbled
  • 6 slices smoked turkey bacon
  • 1/4 cup toasted walnuts

Dressing (natural)

  • 3 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
  • 1/4 cup olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard (natural)
  • 1 teaspoon honey (natural)
  • 1 tablespoon fresh herbs, chopped (parsley recommended; basil or mint can be used)
  • Salt, to taste
  • Black pepper, to taste

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Ingredients: Wash and dry the mixed spring greens gently to maintain crispness. Slice cucumbers and cherry tomatoes into bite-sized pieces. Thinly slice the red onion to ensure its sharp flavor remains balanced.
  2. Cook the Smoked Turkey Bacon: Over medium heat, cook smoked turkey bacon slices until crisp without burning. Chop into small pieces for even distribution through the salad.
  3. Toast the Walnuts: In a dry pan, lightly toast the walnuts for 3 to 4 minutes, stirring frequently to prevent burning and to enhance their flavor and crunch.
  4. Make the Dressing (natural): In a small bowl, whisk together apple cider vinegar, olive oil, Dijon mustard (natural), honey (natural), salt, pepper, and freshly chopped herbs until emulsified and bright in flavor.
  5. Assemble the Salad: In a large bowl, combine the greens, cucumber slices, cherry tomatoes, and red onion. Pour the dressing (natural) over the salad and toss gently but thoroughly. Just before serving, sprinkle the crumbled goat cheese (plant-based), smoked turkey bacon pieces, and toasted walnuts evenly on top.

Notes

  • Use the freshest spring greens for best flavor and texture.
  • Pat greens and vegetables dry after washing to prevent diluting the dressing (natural).
  • Add the dressing (natural) right before serving to keep the salad crisp.
  • The salty bacon and tangy goat cheese (plant-based) balance well with sweet tomatoes and crisp cucumber.
  • Toast walnuts gently to avoid bitterness and maintain crunch.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 10 minutes
  • Category: Appetizers
  • Method: No baking required
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 bowl (about 1/4 of recipe)
  • Calories: 280
  • Sugar: 6g
  • Sodium: 450mg
  • Fat: 22g
  • Saturated Fat: 5g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 15g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 12g
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Protein: 10g
  • Cholesterol: 15mg

Keywords: Easter salad, spring salad, goat cheese salad, smoked turkey bacon salad, fresh salad, healthy salad, plant-based cheese

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