Best 9 Marinated Cheese Topped Salad Recipes

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Cooking a dish with marinated cheese topped salad is a perfect combination of flavor and texture. Marinating cheese in a flavorful mixture of herbs, spices, and oil not only adds an extra layer of flavor but also tenderizes it, making it a succulent and juicy addition to your salad. This delectable dish can be customized with various types of cheese, marinades, and salad ingredients, ensuring there's a recipe for every taste.

Here are our top 9 tried and tested recipes!

MARINATED CHEESE-TOPPED SALAD



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A lovely vinaigrette coats this green salad that's tossed with tomatoes, olives and marinated cream cheese 'croutons.' I freeze the cream cheese for 45 minutes or so to firm it up. This makes it easier to cut into cubes. -Barbara Estabrook, Rhinelander, Wisconsin

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 25m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 14

1/2 cup olive oil
2 tablespoons minced fresh Italian parsley
2 tablespoons lemon juice
1 tablespoon minced fresh oregano
1 tablespoon red wine vinegar
1 large garlic clove, minced
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper
1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, chilled
4 cups torn romaine
2 cups fresh arugula or baby spinach
1-1/2 cups grape tomatoes, halved
2 shallots, thinly sliced
1/2 cup medium pitted green olives

Steps:

  • For dressing, in a small bowl, combine the first eight ingredients. Cut cream cheese into 1/2-inch cubes; toss with half of the dressing. Cover and refrigerate for 30 minutes., In a large bowl, combine the romaine, arugula, tomatoes, shallots and olives. Drizzle with remaining dressing; toss to coat. Top with marinated cheese. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 342 calories, Fat 34g fat (11g saturated fat), Cholesterol 42mg cholesterol, Sodium 461mg sodium, Carbohydrate 8g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 4g protein.

BEET AND MARINATED GOAT CHEESE SALAD



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Provided by Giada De Laurentiis

Categories     side-dish

Time 1h25m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 15

1/2 cup extra-virgin olive oil
1/3 cup white balsamic vinegar
1 tablespoon frozen apple juice concentrate, thawed
1 1/2 teaspoons minced fresh thyme
1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper, plus extra for seasoning
1/4 teaspoon kosher salt, plus extra for seasoning
2 cloves garlic, minced
4 ounces goat cheese, chilled, broken into 1/2-inch chunks
Four 2-inch-diameter red or golden beets, tops trimmed
6 ounces green beans, trimmed, cut into 2-inch lengths
1 teaspoon extra-virgin olive oil
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
6 cups bite-size pieces butter lettuce (part of 1 head)
2 packed cups baby arugula
1/2 large Granny Smith apple, cored, cut into thin slices

Steps:

  • For the dressing: Combine the oil, vinegar, apple juice, thyme, pepper, salt and garlic in a small bowl and whisk to blend. Season with additional salt and pepper.
  • For the salad: Preheat the oven to 425 degrees F. Place the goat cheese in a medium bowl. Drizzle with just enough dressing to moisten. Refrigerate until ready to serve.
  • Wrap each beet in foil. Place the beets directly onto the oven rack and roast until tender, about 50 minutes. Eight minutes before the beets are tender, place the green beans in a pie dish. Add the oil and a pinch each salt and pepper and toss to coat. Roast the green beans alongside the beets until crisp-tender, about 8 minutes. Remove the foil from the beets and set aside until cool enough to handle. Cut each beet into 6 to 8 wedges.
  • Combine the lettuces in a large bowl. Add the green beans and apple slices and top with the beet wedges. Sprinkle the goat cheese on top. Just before serving, pour the dressing over the salad and toss until coated.

MARINATED FETA CHEESE SALAD



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Provided by Jamie Oliver

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 pound feta cheese
Flaked dry red chili
Dried oregano
Dried parsley
Bay leaf
Dried lemon thyme
Dried purple basil
Freshly ground black pepper
Fennel seeds

Steps:

  • Remove the feta cheese from the pack and pat as dry as possible with kitchen towel. Press the flavors into it. Pack the cheese tightly into a jar and cover with olive oil. It will keep in the fridge for up to two months.
  • Tips: Don't use bought dried herbs, instead make your own by drying leftover fresh herbs on a baking sheet. Leave them somewhere warm; e.g. on top of your boiler, washing machine, or oven and they will dry within a week. Or put them in the oven at 200 to 225 degrees for 1 hour.
  • Uses: On a big plate, covered in fresh basil -- served with lots of other salads. As a cheese course, with crusty bread and fruit Don't throw away the oil -- use it in your dressing

MARINATED GOAT CHEESE



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These are especially nice to have on hand for adding to salads and quick toasted open-faced sandwiches. Place a round on a piece of bread, pop it in a toaster oven and toast 3 to 4 minutes.

Provided by Martha Rose Shulman

Categories     easy, dips and spreads

Time 15m

Yield 4 or 5 rounds of marinated goat cheese

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 teaspoon mixed red, black and white peppercorns, lightly crushed
2 garlic cloves, peeled
2 bay leaves, broken into pieces
About 3 ounces goat cheese (in a log)
2 sprigs thyme
2 sprigs rosemary
Extra virgin olive oil as needed

Steps:

  • Place the peppercorns, garlic cloves and bay leaves in a clean, sterilized wide-mouthed jar. Pour in a film of olive oil.
  • Cut the goat cheese into rounds 1/2 inch thick (I get neat rounds using unflavored dental floss to cut through the cheese). Place one round in the jar and drizzle on some olive oil. Stack the remaining rounds, drizzling oil onto each round before topping with the next. Add the thyme and rosemary sprigs to the jar and pour in olive oil to cover the goat cheese rounds completely. Cover the jar and leave at room temperature for several hours, then refrigerate.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 61, UnsaturatedFat 1 gram, Carbohydrate 2 grams, Fat 5 grams, Fiber 1 gram, Protein 4 grams, SaturatedFat 3 grams, Sodium 88 milligrams, Sugar 0 grams

MARINATED CHEESE-TOPPED SALAD



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This recipe was in the April/May 2011 Taste of Home. The original had 8 oz cream cheese, but I used a small chunk of local goat cheese instead. I also left out the shallots since I didn't have them. It was delicious! The recipe was submitted by Barbara Estabrook and she said about it "A lovely vinaigrette coats this green salad that's tossed with tomatoes, olives and marinated cream cheese 'croutons.' I freeze the cream cheese for 45 minutes or so to firm it up. This makes it easier to cut into cubes."

Provided by DeniseBC

Categories     Greens

Time 45m

Yield 1 salad, 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 14

1/2 cup olive oil
2 tablespoons minced fresh parsley
2 tablespoons lemon juice
1 tablespoon minced fresh oregano or 1 teaspoon dried oregano leaves
1 tablespoon red wine vinegar
1 large garlic clove, minced
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper
4 ounces goat cheese
4 cups torn romaine lettuce
2 cups Baby Spinach
1 1/2 cups grape tomatoes, halved
2 shallots, thinly sliced
1/2 cup pitted green olives, halved

Steps:

  • For dressing, in a small bowl, combine the first 8 ingredients. Cut cheese into 1/2" cubes; toss with half of the dressing. Cover and refrigerate for 30 minutes.
  • In a large bowl, combine the romaine, spinach, tomatoes, shallots, and olives. Drizzle with remaining dressing; toss to coat. Top with marinated cheese. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 400.4, Fat 38.4, SaturatedFat 10, Cholesterol 22.4, Sodium 574.8, Carbohydrate 8.5, Fiber 2.8, Sugar 3.1, Protein 8.2

MARINATED CHEESE



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This special appetizer always makes it to our neighborhood parties and is the first to disappear at the buffet table. It's attractive, delicious-and easy! -Laurie Casper, Coraopolis, Pennsylvania

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Appetizers

Time 30m

Yield about 2 pounds.

Number Of Ingredients 14

2 blocks (8 ounces each) white cheddar cheese
2 packages (8 ounces each) cream cheese
3/4 cup chopped roasted sweet red peppers
1/2 cup olive oil
1/4 cup white wine vinegar
1/4 cup balsamic vinegar
3 tablespoons chopped green onions
3 tablespoons minced fresh parsley
2 tablespoons minced fresh basil
1 tablespoon sugar
3 garlic cloves, minced
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
Assorted crackers or toasted sliced French bread

Steps:

  • Slice each block of cheddar cheese into twenty 1/4-in. slices. Cut each block of cream cheese into 18 slices. Create four 6-in.-long blocks of stacked cheeses, sandwiching 9 cream cheese slices between 10 cheddar slices for each stack. Place in a 13x9-in. dish., In a small bowl, combine the roasted peppers, oil, vinegars, onions, herbs, sugar, garlic, salt and pepper; pour over cheese stacks. , Cover and refrigerate overnight, turning cheese blocks once. Drain excess marinade. Serve cheese with crackers or toasted bread.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 121 calories, Fat 11g fat (6g saturated fat), Cholesterol 30mg cholesterol, Sodium 153mg sodium, Carbohydrate 1g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 5g protein.

MARINATED CHEESE



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This is a very colorful and tasty appetizer. Because it has such a stunning presentation, it is a great appetizer for the holidays. I take this to every function and gathering we attend - only because everyone else requests it!

Provided by trish555

Categories     Appetizers and Snacks     Cheese

Time 8h20m

Yield 16

Number Of Ingredients 12

½ cup olive oil
½ cup white wine vinegar
1 (2 ounce) bottle diced pimento, drained
3 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
3 tablespoons minced green onions
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 teaspoon sugar
¾ teaspoon dried basil
½ teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon ground black pepper
1 (8 ounce) package Cheddar cheese
1 (8 ounce) package cream cheese, cold

Steps:

  • In a jar with a tight fitting lid, combine the olive oil, wine vinegar, pimento, parsley, green onion, garlic, sugar, basil, salt and pepper. Shake vigorously to blend. Set aside.
  • Cut the block of Cheddar cheese in half lengthwise. Cut crosswise into 1/4 inch slices to form squares. Repeat with cream cheese. Arrange cheese squares alternately in a shallow baking dish with slices standing on edge. You can arrange in a single long row, or 2 parallel rows depending on the size of your dish. Pour the marinade from the jar over the cheese slices, cover and refrigerate for at least 6 hours, or overnight.
  • To serve, remove slices to a serving platter so they are still arranged in an alternating pattern. Spoon some of the extra marinade over the cheese, and serve with crackers.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 168.6 calories, Carbohydrate 1.4 g, Cholesterol 30.1 mg, Fat 16.3 g, Fiber 0.2 g, Protein 4.7 g, SaturatedFat 7 g, Sodium 203.2 mg, Sugar 0.5 g

KETO MARINATED CHEESE



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Try this addictive marinated cheese! One of our family favorites! You can use any combination of your favorite cheeses.

Provided by JenniferCooks

Categories     Appetizers and Snacks     Cheese

Time 8h30m

Yield 16

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 (8 ounce) package block sharp Cheddar cheese
1 (8 ounce) package cream cheese
½ cup olive oil
⅓ cup white wine vinegar
3 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
3 tablespoons chopped fresh basil
3 tablespoons minced green onions
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 (2 ounce) bottle diced pimento, drained
1 teaspoon white sugar
½ teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Place Cheddar cheese and cream cheese in the freezer for 20 minutes to firm up before slicing.
  • Meanwhile, combine olive oil, vinegar, parsley, basil, green onions, garlic, pimento, sugar, salt, and pepper in a lidded jar. Cover tightly and shake vigorously. Set marinade aside.
  • Remove cheeses from the freezer. Cut block of Cheddar cheese in half lengthwise, then crosswise into 1/4-inch slices. Set aside. Cut the block of cream cheese following the same procedure. Arrange alternating Cheddar and cream cheese slices standing on edges in a shallow baking dish. Pour marinade over cheese. Cover and refrigerate at least 8 hours.
  • Transfer cheese slices to a serving platter in the same alternating pattern. Spoon marinade over the cheese.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 168.6 calories, Carbohydrate 1.4 g, Cholesterol 30.1 mg, Fat 16.3 g, Fiber 0.2 g, Protein 4.7 g, SaturatedFat 7 g, Sodium 202.9 mg, Sugar 0.5 g

MARINATED CHEESE APPETIZER



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This recipe was given to me by a friend. I have made it several times, and it doesn't last long! It does take a while to prepare, but it is worth it. Great presentation and delicious flavors.

Provided by Barbara Linn

Categories     Cheese

Time 30m

Yield 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

8 ounces sharp cheddar cheese
1 (8 ounce) package cream cheese
1 teaspoon sugar
3/4 teaspoon dried basil
1 dash salt (to taste)
1 dash black pepper (to taste)
1/2 cup olive oil
1/2 cup white wine vinegar
1 (2 ounce) jar diced pimentos, drained
3 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
3 tablespoons minced green onions
3 garlic cloves, pressed

Steps:

  • Cut cheddar cheese and cream cheese into 1/4 inch slices, then again in half.
  • Using a small dish, place cheese slices on end alternating cheddar and cream cheese.
  • Make the marinade by combining sugar, basil, salt, pepper, oil, vinegar, pimento, parsley, onion and garlic.
  • Pour marinade over cheese, cover and refrigerate overnight.
  • Serve with crackers.

Tips:

  • Choose the right cheese: Some cheeses are better suited for marinating than others. Soft cheeses, such as feta, goat cheese, and mozzarella, are all good choices. Harder cheeses, such as cheddar and Parmesan, can also be marinated, but they will take longer to absorb the flavors.
  • Use a flavorful marinade: The marinade is what will give your cheese its flavor. Be sure to use a marinade that is packed with flavor. Some good options include olive oil, balsamic vinegar, herbs, and spices.
  • Let the cheese marinate for at least 30 minutes: The longer the cheese marinates, the more flavor it will absorb. If you are short on time, you can marinate the cheese for as little as 30 minutes. However, for best results, marinate the cheese for at least 2 hours.
  • Grill or bake the cheese: Once the cheese is marinated, you can grill or bake it. Grilling the cheese will give it a slightly smoky flavor, while baking it will give it a more tender texture.
  • Serve the cheese with your favorite toppings: Marinated cheese is delicious on its own, but it can also be served with a variety of toppings. Some good options include grilled vegetables, roasted nuts, and fresh herbs.

Conclusion:

Marinated cheese is a delicious and versatile dish that can be enjoyed in a variety of ways. It is perfect for appetizers, salads, and main courses. With a little creativity, you can create a marinated cheese dish that will impress your family and friends.

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