BEET, MINT, AND GOAT CHEESE SALAD
Provided by Michael Lomonaco
Categories Salad Vegetable Lunch Goat Cheese Mint Beet Spring Vegetarian Pescatarian Peanut Free Tree Nut Free Soy Free Kosher
Yield Makes 4 to 6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- 1. Bring a medium saucepan of salted water to a boil over high heat. Add beets; return to a boil then reduce heat and cook gently until tender, approximately 15 to 25 minutes. (Miniature beets will take as little as 10 minutes; large beets could take 30 minutes.) Remove pan from heat and allow beets to cool completely in the cooking liquid before draining. (This can take up to one hour, and can also be done up to 1 day in advance - just refrigerate.) Discard the water and slip the beets out of their skins using paper towels to grasp the beets. Trim curly ends, cut beets into wedges; set aside. (Some beets peel more easily than others. Do the peeling over the sink, as it's a messy job. Always slice on a cutting board so as not to stain the countertop.)
- 2. Cut the goat cheese log into disks, about 1/2-inch thick, yielding 8 to 10 rounds. Place the flour on a small plate. Lightly beat the eggs in a shallow bowl. In another shallow bowl, combine the chopped parsley and breadcrumbs. Line up the three plates next to each other. Dip each goat cheese round first in the flour, turning to coat, then in the egg, then in the bread crumbs.
- 3. Heat the oil in a medium skillet over medium heat. (a nonstick skillet is best for ease in clean-up.) Add the breaded goat cheese rounds and lightly brown both sides. Use tongs to carefully flip rounds. Drain on paper towels.
- 4. Warm the butter in a medium saucepan over low heat. Add the beets and cook 3 minutes, stirring to coat. Stir in mint, then lemon juice, salt and pepper.
- 5. To serve: Place salad greens on plates, top with several wedges of beets and 1 or 2 rounds of warm goat cheese. Drizzle with balsamic vinegar and serve immediately.
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Minenhle Cele
[email protected]This salad is a great way to use up leftover beets. It's also a great way to get your daily dose of vegetables. I will definitely be making this salad again.
Carol Zaidi
[email protected]I made this salad for a picnic and it was perfect! It's easy to transport and it holds up well in the heat. I will definitely be making this salad again for my next picnic.
Johnson Mutungi
[email protected]This salad is so refreshing and flavorful! I love the combination of sweet and savory. I've made it several times and it's always a hit with my friends and family.
Zeeshan zeeshankhan
[email protected]I'm not a huge fan of beets, but I really enjoyed this salad. The goat cheese and mint balance out the sweetness of the beets perfectly. I will definitely be making this again.
Shakeelahmed Siddiqui
[email protected]This salad is so easy to make and it's so delicious! I love the combination of flavors and textures. I've made it several times and it's always a crowd-pleaser.
Lil Lil
[email protected]I made this salad for a party and it was a hit! Everyone loved it. I especially liked the addition of the walnuts, which added a nice crunch. I will definitely be making this salad again.
Isabelle Damascus
[email protected]This salad was absolutely delicious! The combination of sweet beets, tangy goat cheese, and refreshing mint is perfect. I followed the recipe exactly and it turned out great. I will definitely be making this again.