Best 8 Mixed Green Salad With Warm Cream Cheese Croutons Recipes

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Are you craving a delightful and flavorful salad that combines the freshness of mixed greens with the warmth and creaminess of croutons? Look no further! In this article, we will take you on a culinary journey to discover the best recipe for a mixed green salad with warm cream cheese croutons. This tantalizing dish offers a symphony of textures and flavors that will elevate your taste buds to new heights. From selecting the perfect mixed greens to crafting the most delectable cream cheese croutons, we'll guide you through every step of the process, ensuring that you create a salad that will be the star of your next meal.

Here are our top 8 tried and tested recipes!

PASSOVER MIXED GREEN SALAD WITH CREAM CHEESE "CROUTONS"



Passover Mixed Green Salad with Cream Cheese

Discover how easy is it to make your own croutons for this flavorful apple pomegranate salad made with mixed salad greens. You're sure to love the flavors in this Passover Mixed Green Salad with Cream Cheese "Croutons."

Provided by My Food and Family

Categories     Recipes

Time 15m

Yield 8 servings, 1 cup each

Number Of Ingredients 10

1/4 cup kosher for Passover panko bread crumbs
2 tsp. chopped fresh thyme
1 clove garlic, minced
1 pkg. (8 oz.) PHILADELPHIA Cream Cheese, cut into 1/2-inch cubes
8 cups loosely packed torn mixed salad greens
1 Granny Smith apple, cut into thin slices
1/2 cup pomegranate seeds
1/4 cup balsamic vinegar
3 Tbsp. olive oil
1 Tbsp. honey

Steps:

  • Combine first 3 ingredients in medium bowl. Add cream cheese in small batches, tossing lightly after each batch until cream cheese cubes are evenly coated with bread crumb mixture.
  • Heat large heavy nonstick skillet sprayed with cooking spray on medium heat. Add a few cream cheese cubes; cook 3 min. or until evenly browned, turning frequently. Transfer to plate. Repeat with remaining cheese cubes.
  • Toss salad greens with remaining ingredients in large bowl; top with cream cheese cubes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 200, Fat 15 g, SaturatedFat 7 g, TransFat 0 g, Cholesterol 30 mg, Sodium 200 mg, Carbohydrate 14 g, Fiber 2 g, Sugar 9 g, Protein 4 g

MIXED GREEN SALAD WITH WARM CREAM CHEESE 'CROUTONS'



Mixed Green Salad with Warm Cream Cheese 'Croutons' image

Bread cubed cream cheese in garlicky, herby bread crumbs for this unique Mixed Green Salad with Warm Cream Cheese 'Croutons.' Toss the cream cheese 'croutons' with salad greens, Granny Smith apple, pomegranate seeds and Balsamic vinaigrette dressing.

Provided by My Food and Family

Categories     Home

Time 20m

Yield 8 servings, 1 cup each

Number Of Ingredients 8

1/4 cup panko bread crumbs
2 tsp. chopped fresh thyme
1 clove garlic, minced
1 pkg. (8 oz.) PHILADELPHIA Cream Cheese, cut into 1/2-inch cubes
8 cups loosely packed torn salad greens
1 Granny Smith apple, cut into thin slices
1/2 cup pomegranate seeds
1/2 cup KRAFT Balsamic Vinaigrette Dressing

Steps:

  • Combine first 3 ingredients in shallow dish. Add cream cheese cubes in small batches; toss until evenly coated with crumb mixture. Place on waxed paper-covered plate.
  • Heat large heavy nonstick skillet sprayed with cooking spray on medium heat. Add cream cheese cubes, a few at a time; cook 3 min. or until evenly browned, turning frequently.
  • Combine remaining ingredients in large bowl; top with toasted cream cheese cubes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 180, Fat 12 g, SaturatedFat 6 g, TransFat 0 g, Cholesterol 30 mg, Sodium 390 mg, Carbohydrate 0 g, Fiber 2 g, Sugar 0 g, Protein 4 g

MIXED GREEN SALAD WITH WARM CREAM CHEESE "CROUTONS"



Mixed Green Salad with Warm Cream Cheese

In this Mixed Green Salad with Warm Cream Cheese "Croutons," traditional croutons are replaced with cubes of cream cheese covered in kosher for Passover panko crumbs.

Provided by PHILADELPHIA Cream Cheese

Categories     Salads

Time 20m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 8

1/4 cup kosher for Passover panko bread crumbs
2 teaspoon chopped fresh thyme
1 clove garlic, minced
1 package(8 oz.) PHILADELPHIA Cream Cheese, cut into 1/2-inch cubes
8 cups loosely packed torn salad greens
1 Granny Smith apple, cut into thin slices
1/2 cup pomegranate seeds
1/2 cup balsamic vinaigrette dressing

Steps:

  • 1. Combine first 3 ingredients in shallow dish. Add cream cheese cubes in small batches; toss until evenly coated with crumb mixture. Place on waxed paper-covered plate. 2. Heat large heavy nonstick skillet sprayed with cooking spray on medium heat. Add cream cheese cubes, a few at a time; cook 3 min. or until evenly browned, turning frequently. 3. Combine remaining ingredients in large bowl; top with toasted cream cheese cubes.

Nutrition Facts :

CITRUS AND GREENS SALAD WITH WONTON CROUTONS



Citrus and Greens Salad with Wonton Croutons image

Provided by Molly Yeh

Categories     side-dish

Time 50m

Yield 4 to 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 17

1 navel orange
1 pink grapefruit
1 tablespoon Chinese hot mustard
1 tablespoon unseasoned rice vinegar
1 teaspoon honey
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
3 tablespoons (40 grams) extra-virgin olive oil
5 ounces (140 grams) baby kale
1 small red onion, thinly sliced
1 tablespoon toasted white sesame seeds
Fried Wonton Croutons, recipe follows
Neutral oil, for frying
3 ounces (84 grams) soft goat cheese
1/4 cup (7 grams) chopped fresh chives
1 tablespoon (42 grams) honey
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
12 wonton wrappers

Steps:

  • Grate a teaspoon of zest from the orange and set aside in a small bowl.
  • To make the citrus supremes: Using a paring knife, cut off 1/2-inch from both ends of the orange and grapefruit and stand them upright so they sit flat on the cutting board. Make downward cuts, following the contour of the fruit, to remove the entire pith and peel. Hold the orange in your hand over the bowl with the zest (to catch the juice) and carefully slice between the membranes to remove the segments. Squeeze the orange remnants to release the remaining juice. Place the orange supremes in a separate bowl and set aside. Repeat with the grapefruit, adding the juices to the zest bowl for a total of about 3 tablespoons juice. Set aside the orange and grapefruit supremes.
  • To make the salad dressing: Into the bowl with the reserved citrus juice and zest, add the mustard, vinegar, honey, 1/2 teaspoon salt and several grinds black pepper. Whisk in the olive oil.
  • Place the kale in a large serving bowl. Add the onions and drizzle with the dressing. Toss to coat. Season with salt if needed. Top with the citrus supremes, sesame seeds and Wontons. Drizzle with more dressing, as needed. Serve immediately.
  • Heat about 2 inches neutral oil in a large saucepan to 365 degrees F and fill a small bowl with water. Set a wire rack over a baking sheet and set aside.
  • Combine the goat cheese, chives, honey, a pinch of salt and several grinds of pepper in a small bowl. Mash with a spoon to combine.
  • To form the wontons: Lay out the wonton wrappers and add 1 teaspoon filling to the center of each. To seal, dip your finger in the water and wet the perimeter of the wrapper. With your thumb and forefinger, fold 2 opposite corners of the wrapper in half and then bring them together to meet in the middle. Pinch to seal. Repeat with the remaining 2 opposite corners to create a four-cornered star.
  • Add half of the wontons to the oil and fry, turning occasionally, until crisp and deep golden, 2 to 3 minutes. Drain on the wire rack. Season with salt. Repeat with the second batch of wontons.

GREEN SALAD WITH CROUTONS



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Provided by Jacques Pepin

Categories     easy, quick, salads and dressings

Time 20m

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 ounces leftover bread, cut into 1-inch pieces, about 2 cups
1 tablespoon virgin olive oil or peanut oil
1 tablespoon Dijon-style mustard
1 large clove garlic, peeled, crushed and chopped fine, about 1 teaspoon
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon freshly ground pepper
1 tablespoon red wine vinegar
4 tablespoons virgin olive, canola or peanut oil
1 large or 2 small curly endive, cut into 2-inch pieces (8 to 9 cups)

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 400 degrees.
  • Place bread cubes in a bowl; sprinkle the tablespoon of oil over them. Toss gently. Arrange cubes on cookie sheet, and bake for 12 to 14 minutes, until nicely browned.
  • In a large serving bowl, mix the mustard, garlic, salt, pepper and vinegar. Stir in the 4 tablespoons of oil.
  • To serve, add the endive to the dressing. Toss thoroughly, and divide among 6 plates. Top with croutons.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 195, UnsaturatedFat 14 grams, Carbohydrate 8 grams, Fat 18 grams, Fiber 1 gram, Protein 2 grams, SaturatedFat 3 grams, Sodium 119 milligrams, Sugar 1 gram, TransFat 0 grams

SALAD CROUTONS



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"Homemade croutons are a delight to serve with your favorite mixed green salad-or as a crunchy snack," suggests Fayne Lutz of Taos, New Mexico. Her well-seasoned salad toppers will set you back a mere 4 cents per serving!

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 25m

Yield 6 (2-tablespoon) servings.

Number Of Ingredients 4

1 tablespoon olive oil
1 garlic clove, minced
1 cup cubed day-old bread
Pinch onion salt

Steps:

  • Pour the oil into an 8-in. square baking pan; add garlic. Bake at 325° until garlic is lightly browned, about 3-4 minutes. Add bread and onion salt; stir to coat. Bake 10-12 minutes longer or until the bread is lightly browned, stirring frequently. Store in an airtight container.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 36 calories, Fat 2g fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 50mg sodium, Carbohydrate 3g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 1g protein.

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.

GREEN SALAD WITH CRANBERRY VINAIGRETTE



Green Salad with Cranberry Vinaigrette image

Green salad that is especially pretty to serve during the Christmas holidays.

Provided by Nancy W

Categories     Side Dish     Sauces and Condiments Recipes     Salad Dressing Recipes     Vinaigrette Dressing Recipes

Time 20m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 cup sliced almonds
3 tablespoons red wine vinegar
⅓ cup olive oil
¼ cup fresh cranberries
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
½ teaspoon minced garlic
½ teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon ground black pepper
2 tablespoons water
½ red onion, thinly sliced
4 ounces crumbled blue cheese
1 pound mixed salad greens

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C). Arrange almonds in a single layer on a baking sheet. Toast in oven for 5 minutes, or until nuts begin to brown.
  • In a blender or food processor, combine the vinegar, oil, cranberries, mustard, garlic, salt, pepper, and water. Process until smooth.
  • In a large bowl, toss the almonds, onion, blue cheese, and greens with the vinegar mixture until evenly coated.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 218.5 calories, Carbohydrate 6.2 g, Cholesterol 10.6 mg, Fat 19.2 g, Fiber 2.7 g, Protein 6.5 g, SaturatedFat 4.4 g, Sodium 405.1 mg, Sugar 1.1 g

Tips:

  • Use a variety of greens for a more flavorful salad. Arugula, spinach, and romaine lettuce are all good choices.
  • Toast the croutons in a single layer on a baking sheet for a crispy texture.
  • For a richer flavor, use a combination of olive oil and butter to toast the croutons.
  • To keep the salad fresh, store it in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
  • To make a vegan version of this salad, use a plant-based cream cheese and omit the Parmesan cheese.

Conclusion:

Mixed green salad with warm cream cheese croutons is a delicious and easy-to-make salad that is perfect for any occasion. The combination of fresh greens, warm croutons, and creamy dressing is sure to please everyone at your table.

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