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Easter Spring Salad with Goat Cheese featuring vibrant vegetables and colorful ingredients

Spring Salad for Easter

A bright and vibrant salad featuring mixed greens, goat cheese, and seasonal vegetables, perfect for Easter gatherings or casual dinners.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salad, Side Dish
Cuisine: Modern American
Calories: 220
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Salad Base
  • 6 cups mixed greens Choose a tender mix like baby spinach and spring mix.
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved Use ripe, sweet tomatoes for the best flavor.
  • 1 medium cucumber, sliced Opt for English or Persian cucumbers.
  • 1/2 medium red onion, thinly sliced Soak in cold water briefly to tame sharpness.
Toppings
  • 4 oz goat cheese, crumbled Use a fresh, creamy log for easy crumbling.
  • 1/2 cup walnuts, toasted Lightly toast to enhance flavor.
Dressing
  • 1/4 cup balsamic vinaigrette Adjust with a splash of lemon if needed.
  • to taste salt Use fine sea salt for even seasoning.
  • to taste black pepper Freshly ground for the best flavor.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. In a large bowl, combine mixed greens, sliced cucumber, halved cherry tomatoes, and thinly sliced red onion.
  2. Crumble goat cheese and sprinkle walnuts over the top.
  3. Drizzle balsamic vinaigrette over the salad and toss gently to combine.
  4. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  5. Serve immediately, enjoying the vibrant flavors!

Notes

Assemble the salad just before serving to keep greens crisp and walnuts crunchy. Reserve some goat cheese to sprinkle on top before serving for visual appeal.