Grilled Goat's Cheese Salad Recipe

Here is the salad and cheese course on one plate - or serve it as a quick and satisfying starter or light lunch. The fresh tangy flavor of goat's cheese contrasts with the mild salad leaves.

 

Ingredients

  • mixed salad leaves - 180g, including soft and bitter varieties

  • whole goat's cheese such as Crottin de Chavignol - 2, about 70 - 120g each

  • French bread - 4 slices

  • olive oil

  • fresh chives - to garnish

For the dressing

  • white wine vinegar - 2 tsp

  • dry white wine - 2 tsp

  • garlic - 1 clove

  • olive oil - 4 tbsp

  • Dijon mustard - 2 tsp

  • ground black pepper and salt

Method

  • First, make the dressing, rub a salad bowl with the cut side of the garlic clove, combine the mustard, wine, vinegar, pepper and salt in a bowl, whisk in the oil, 1 tbsp at a time.

  • Cut the goat's cheeses in half crossways. Preheat the grill to hot, arrange the bread slices on baking sheet and toast. Turn over and put a piece of cheese on each slice of the bread. Drizzle with oil and grill until the cheese is lightly browned.

  • Add the dressing and leaves to the salad bowl and toss well. Serve the salad on plate and top with goat's cheese crouton, garnished with chives. Serves 4.

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