Save A vibrant salad featuring creamy goat cheese, sweet dates, crisp greens, and a warm spiced honey dressing—perfect for an elegant starter or a light meal.
This salad quickly became my favorite light meal during warm evenings and always impresses guests.
Ingredients
- Mixed salad greens: 120 g (e.g., arugula, baby spinach, frisée)
- Goat cheese: 150 g, crumbled or sliced
- Medjool dates: 8, pitted and chopped
- Toasted walnuts: 40 g, roughly chopped
- Red onion: 1 small, thinly sliced
- Apple: 1 small, thinly sliced (optional)
- Honey: 3 tbsp
- Ground cinnamon: 1/2 tsp
- Ground cumin: 1/4 tsp
- Ground coriander: 1/4 tsp
- Chili flakes: 1/8 tsp (optional, for mild heat)
- Fresh lemon juice: 2 tbsp
- Extra virgin olive oil: 3 tbsp
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper: to taste
Instructions
- Prepare dressing:
- In a small saucepan over low heat, combine honey, cinnamon, cumin, coriander, and chili flakes (if using). Warm gently for 2–3 minutes, stirring until aromatic. Remove from heat and stir in lemon juice and olive oil. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Let cool slightly.
- Arrange salad:
- Arrange the salad greens on a large platter or individual plates. Scatter the goat cheese, chopped dates, toasted walnuts, red onion, and apple slices (if using) evenly over the greens.
- Add dressing:
- Drizzle the warm spiced honey dressing over the salad just before serving.
- Serve:
- Toss gently to combine, or serve with dressing on the side.
Save My family enjoys this salad especially during gatherings when we want something fresh and flavorful.
Notes
For extra crunch, add roasted pumpkin seeds or pistachios. Serve with crusty bread for a more substantial meal. Pair with a crisp Sauvignon Blanc or a light rosé.
Required Tools
Small saucepan, whisk, salad bowl or serving platter, knife and cutting board.
Nutritional Information
Calories: 320. Total Fat: 17 g. Carbohydrates: 35 g. Protein: 9 g per serving.
Save This spiced honey and date goat cheese salad is a delightful balance of flavors that’s sure to brighten any meal.
Recipe Help & Answers
- → How is the spiced honey dressing prepared?
Warm honey with cinnamon, cumin, coriander, and optional chili flakes over low heat for a few minutes. Stir in lemon juice and olive oil, then season with salt and pepper before drizzling.
- → Can I substitute the dates with other fruits?
Yes, dried figs or apricots can be used instead of dates to maintain a sweet, chewy texture in the salad.
- → What greens work best for this salad?
Mixed salad greens like arugula, baby spinach, and frisée provide a crisp and peppery base that complements the creamy cheese and sweet dressing.
- → How can I add more crunch to the salad?
Adding roasted pumpkin seeds or pistachios enhances texture and provides a pleasant crunch to each bite.
- → What beverages pair well with this salad?
A crisp Sauvignon Blanc or a light rosé wine pairs beautifully with the sweet and spicy flavors, balancing the overall taste profile.