Spiced Honey Date Goat Cheese (Print Version)

Creamy goat cheese, sweet dates, and spiced honey combine on fresh greens for a bright, flavorful dish.

# Components:

→ Salad

01 - 4 cups mixed salad greens (arugula, baby spinach, frisée)
02 - 5.3 oz goat cheese, crumbled or sliced
03 - 8 Medjool dates, pitted and chopped
04 - 1.4 oz toasted walnuts, roughly chopped
05 - 1 small red onion, thinly sliced
06 - 1 small apple, thinly sliced (optional)

→ Spiced Honey Dressing

07 - 3 tablespoons honey
08 - 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
09 - 1/4 teaspoon ground cumin
10 - 1/4 teaspoon ground coriander
11 - 1/8 teaspoon chili flakes (optional)
12 - 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
13 - 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
14 - Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste

# Directions:

01 - In a small saucepan over low heat, gently warm honey, cinnamon, cumin, coriander, and chili flakes for 2 to 3 minutes, stirring until fragrant. Remove from heat; stir in lemon juice and olive oil. Season with salt and pepper. Allow to cool slightly.
02 - Arrange mixed salad greens evenly on a large platter or individual plates. Distribute goat cheese, chopped dates, toasted walnuts, red onion, and apple slices over the greens.
03 - Drizzle the warm spiced honey dressing over the salad just before serving to preserve freshness.
04 - Toss gently to combine or serve with dressing on the side according to preference.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Elegant starter or light meal
  • Combines creamy, sweet, and crisp flavors
02 -
  • Contains tree nuts and milk allergens
  • Dates can be substituted with figs or dried apricots
03 -
  • Warm the dressing gently to avoid burning the honey
  • Serve the dressing on the side to keep greens crisp if preparing ahead
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