Salade au chèvre, also known as goat cheese salad, is a classic and refreshing French salad that combines the tangy flavor of goat cheese with the sweetness of fresh greens and fruits. Often served as a starter or light lunch, this simple yet elegant dish is a delightful blend of textures and flavors. The combination of creamy goat cheese, crisp lettuce, juicy fruits, and a flavorful dressing creates a vibrant and satisfying salad that is perfect for any occasion. Whether you are looking for a quick and easy weekday meal or a sophisticated dish to impress your guests, salade au chèvre is sure to please.
Here are our top 6 tried and tested recipes!
SALADE AU CHEVRE CHAUD (SALAD WITH WARM GOAT CHEESE)
Delicious salad which is commonplace throughout France, using fresh goat cheese. A more traditional version of this salad would call for thicker rounds of goat cheese, but don't feel deprived with this lower-fat version. You still get a nice portion of creamy goat cheese to eat with your salad.
Provided by AlainaF
Categories European
Time 20m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 16
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 425 degrees.
- Place the croutons on a baking sheet and top the rounds of cheese. Sprinkle with thyme and rosemary.
- Make the vinaigrette. Mix together the vinegar, lemon juice, mustard, garlic, and tarragon. Whisk in the yogurt and oil and add salt and pepper.
- Shortly before serving the salad, place the cheese-topped croutons in the oven and bake for 6-8 minutes or until the cheese is bubbling.
- Toss the lettuce, chervil, and red pepper together with the dressing and distribute among salad plates.
- Top the salads with the hot cheese croutons, garnish with radishes and serve at once.
SALAD WITH WARM GOAT CHEESE
Steps:
- Slice the Montrachet into 12 (1/2-inch-thick) slices. (The easiest way to slice goat cheese is to use a length of dental floss.) Dip each slice into the beaten egg whites, then the bread crumbs, being sure the cheese is thoroughly coated. Place the slices on a rack and chill them for at least 15 minutes.
- For the dressing, place the vinegars, sugar, salt, pepper, and egg yolk in the bowl of a food processor fitted with a steel blade and blend for 1 minute. With the motor running, slowly pour the olive oil through the feed tube until the vinaigrette is thickened. Season, to taste.
- Toss the salad greens with enough dressing to moisten, then divide them among 6 plates.
- Melt 1 tablespoon oil and 1 tablespoon butter in a saute pan over medium-high heat until just under smoking. Cook the goat cheese rounds quickly on both sides until browned on the outside but not melted inside. Top each salad with 2 warm rounds and serve.
BEET SALAD WITH GOAT CHEESE
This is a delicious and easy salad which takes little time and is a great meatless main course. It uses beets, goat cheese, candied walnuts and baby greens. For a main dish salad, add chicken. Feel free to include more of your favorite vegetables too.
Provided by Donna
Categories Salad Vegetable Salad Recipes Beet Salad Recipes
Time 40m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Place beets into a saucepan, and fill with enough water to cover. Bring to a boil, then cook for 20 to 30 minutes, until tender. Drain and cool, then cut in to cubes.
- While the beets are cooking, place the walnuts in a skillet over medium-low heat. Heat until warm and starting to toast, then stir in the maple syrup. Cook and stir until evenly coated, then remove from the heat and set aside to cool.
- In a small bowl, whisk together the orange juice concentrate, balsamic vinegar and olive oil to make the dressing.
- Place a large helping of baby greens onto each of four salad plates, divide candied walnuts equally and sprinkle over the greens. Place equal amounts of beets over the greens, and top with dabs of goat cheese. Drizzle each plate with some of the dressing.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 347.5 calories, Carbohydrate 25 g, Cholesterol 7.5 mg, Fat 26.1 g, Fiber 3.2 g, Protein 5.3 g, SaturatedFat 5 g, Sodium 107.5 mg, Sugar 20.7 g
WATERMELON GOAT CHEESE SALAD
A sweet and satisfying summer salad packed with seedless watermelon, crumbled goat cheese, and crunchy hazelnuts.
Provided by Saputo
Categories Trusted Brands: Recipes and Tips
Time 10m
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, vinegar, salt, and pepper.
- In a large bowl, gently toss spring mix and watermelon together with vinaigrette.
- Top with goat cheese and hazelnuts to serve.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 163.2 calories, Carbohydrate 8.9 g, Cholesterol 5 mg, Fat 13.6 g, Fiber 1.8 g, Protein 3.4 g, SaturatedFat 2.3 g, Sodium 90.5 mg, Sugar 5.4 g
VEGETABLE SALAD WITH GOAT CHEESE
Categories Salad Potato Steam Quick & Easy Spring Summer Bon Appétit
Yield Serves 4
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Steam potatoes until tender, about 10 minutes. Cool completely.
- Blend olives, anchovies, capers and garlic in processor until coarsely pureed. Gradually blend in oil, then lemon juice. Transfer mixture to large bowl. Add green onions and fennel fronds, if desired; stir to blend. Season olive mixture with salt and pepper. Add tomatoes, cucumber and potatoes to olive mixture. Toss to coat. Season salad to taste with salt and pepper. Sprinkle goat cheese over salad. Garnish with basil sprigs and serve.
APPLE AND GOAT CHEESE SALAD
This goat cheese salad is a light and delicious side dish for almost any meal. The sweetness of the apples, raisins and grapes combines well with the tart goat cheese and dressing. Radelle Knappenberger of Oviedo, Florida
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Lunch Side Dishes
Time 20m
Yield 8 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- In a large bowl, combine the greens, apples, raisins and grapes. In a small bowl, whisk the oil, vinegar, honey, lemon juice and garlic. Pour over salad and toss to coat. Sprinkle with walnuts and goat cheese.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 133 calories, Fat 6g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 3mg cholesterol, Sodium 31mg sodium, Carbohydrate 19g carbohydrate (15g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 3g protein.
Tips:
- Fresh Ingredients: Use the freshest ingredients possible for the best flavor. Look for ripe, brightly colored vegetables and herbs.
- Quality Goat Cheese: Choose a high-quality goat cheese that is soft and creamy. A good goat cheese will have a slightly tangy flavor.
- Vinaigrette Dressing: Make a simple vinaigrette dressing with olive oil, vinegar, Dijon mustard, and honey. The dressing should be well-balanced and slightly acidic.
- Arrange the Salad: Arrange the salad on a platter or individual plates. Start with a layer of greens, then add the goat cheese, vegetables, nuts, and herbs. Drizzle the dressing over the salad and serve immediately.
Conclusion:
Salade au chèvre is a delicious and refreshing salad that is perfect for summer. It is light and flavorful, and it can be easily customized to your liking. With a few simple ingredients and a little bit of effort, you can create a restaurant-quality salad at home. So next time you are looking for a healthy and satisfying meal, give Salade au chèvre a try!
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