Za'atar Crusted Goat Cheese Salad
Za'atar crusted goat cheese sits on top of a bed of arugula surround by apple slices and pecans and topped with a Sherry Vinaigrette.
Servings: 4 salads
Calories: 432kcal
Ingredients
Za'atar Crusted Goat Cheese Salad
- 4 ounces goat cheese * cut into 1-inch rounds
- 2 tablespoons za'atar seasoning * more as needed
- 8 cups arugula
- 1 cup pecans
- 2 apples * sliced thin
Sherry Vinaigrette
- 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
- 1-2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
- 4 teaspoons cooking sherry
Instructions
- Spoon the za’atar seasoning out onto a small plate or into a bowl. Firmly press the goat cheese rounds into the seasoning. Flip and repeat on the opposite side.
- Divide the arugula between four bowls and top with the seasoned goat cheese, pecans, and apple slices.
- To make the Sherry Vinaigrette, whisk the olive oil, vinegar, and sherry together in a small bowl. Season with a pinch of salt and pepper.
- Pour the dressing over the salad and enjoy!
Notes
Tips & Techniques for the Best Goat Cheese Salad
- For even goat cheese rounds, cut a 4-ounce log of goat cheese in half, then cut each of those halves into half.
- If you have sherry vinegar on hand, definitely use it. But, if not, you can use my simple recipe for a substitute instead.
- You can make this salad ahead of time, but be sure to sprinkle a little lemon juice on the apple slices to prevent them from browning.
FAQ’s
- Which goat cheese is best for salad? For this salad, a solid log of goat cheese like a plain Montchevre, works best.
Nutrition
Serving: 1salad | Calories: 432kcal | Carbohydrates: 18g | Protein: 8g | Fat: 37g | Saturated Fat: 7g | Cholesterol: 13mg | Sodium: 117mg | Potassium: 362mg | Fiber: 5g | Sugar: 11g | Vitamin A: 1380IU | Vitamin C: 11.5mg | Calcium: 164mg | Iron: 4.4mg