There warm goat cheese salad This is a staple of French cuisine, often served in bistros and brasseries. Originating in the south of France, particularly Languedoc and Provence, this dish combines the freshness of crisp vegetables with the melting sweetness of warm goat cheese, often served on a slice of toasted bread. Simple, elegant, and flavorful, this salad is ideal for a light lunch or a refined dinner.
🧑🍳 Traditional Recipe for Warm Goat Cheese Salad
Ingredients (for 4 people)
- 4 small goat cheeses (or thick slices of goat cheese log)
- 4 large slices of country bread
- 1 green salad (lamb's lettuce, arugula or mesclun)
- 12 cherry tomatoes
- 1 handful of walnuts or pine nuts
- 1 tablespoon of honey (optional)
- 2 tablespoons of balsamic vinegar
- 3 tablespoons of olive oil
- Salt, freshly ground pepper
Preparation
- Prepare the salad Wash and spin dry the salad. Halve the cherry tomatoes. Lightly toast the walnuts or pine nuts in a dry pan.
- Toast the bread : Toast the bread slices in the oven or toaster.
- Prepare the cheese Place a small round of goat cheese or a slice of goat cheese on each slice of bread. Drizzle with honey if desired. Bake at 180°C (350°F) for 5 to 7 minutes, until the cheese is melted and lightly browned.
- Assemble the salad : Divide the green salad among the plates, add the tomatoes, the walnuts, then place the warm goat cheese toasts on top.
- Season Mix together the olive oil, balsamic vinegar, salt and pepper. Pour the dressing over the salad just before serving.
🧾 Nutritional Information (per serving)
| Nutrient | Quantity per serving | % AJR* |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 320 kcal | 16% |
| Total lipids | 22 g | 34% |
| Saturated fatty acids | 8 g | 40% |
| Cholesterol | 35 mg | 12% |
| Sodium | 350 mg | 15% |
| Total carbohydrates | 18 g | 6% |
| Dietary fiber | 4 g | 16% |
| Sugars | 6 g | 6% |
| Proteins | 12 g | 24% |
*Recommended daily intake, values given for guidance purposes only
Warm goat cheese salad is a simple, quick, and flavorful recipe. It impresses with its contrast of textures and temperatures, and its rich flavors.
Perfect for impressing your guests or for a refined solo meal, it perfectly embodies the elegance of French cuisine. Try it now!
