Spring Greens with Beets and Goat Cheese
2016-03-08- Cuisine: American
- Course: Main course, Salad
- Skill Level: Easy
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- Servings: 8
- Prep Time: 10m
- Cook Time: 5m
- Ready In: 20m
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Nutritional Info
This information is per serving.
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Calories
282 -
Total Fat
23 g -
Saturated Fat
7 g -
Cholesterol
33 mg -
Sodium
292 mg -
Potassium
19 mg -
Carbohydrates
12 g -
Dietary Fiber
1 g -
Sugars
7 g -
Protein
9 g
Ingredients
- 2/3 cups pecan halves
- 3 tablespoons balsamic vinegar, divided
- 1 tablespoon water
- 1 tablespoon sugar
- 1/4 cup light olive or canola oil
- 2 tablespons maple syrup
- 1 teaspoon mustard
- 1/8 teaspoon salt
- 1 package (5 ounces) spring mix salad greens
- 1 cup crumbled goat cheese
- 1 cooked peeled beet
Method
Step 1
In a saute pan cook pecans, 1 tablespoon vinegar and water over medium heat until nuts are toasted, about 4 minutes. Sprinkle with sugar. Cook and stir for 2-4 minutes until sugar is melted. Spread on foil to cool.
Step 2
In a bowl mix oil, syrup, mustard, salt and remaining vinegar. Refrigerate until serving.
Step 3
In a large bowl mix salad greens and dressing. Toss. Divide among 8 salad plates. Top with beets, goat cheese, and glazed pecans.