Baby Spinach Salad With Goat Cheese Recipe

Name: Baby Spinach Salad With Goat Cheese Recipe
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 x garlic cloves peeled, and pressed or possibly coarsely minced; 1/3 c. extra-virgin extra virgin olive oil; 2 Tbsp. balsamic vinegar; 1 Tbsp. red wine vinegar; 5 1/2 tsp Dijon mustard; 5 1/2 tsp dark brown sugar - (firmly packed); 1/2 tsp freshly-grnd black pepper; 1/4 tsp vanilla; 1/2 tsp salt - (about); 6 quart baby spinach leaves - (1 1/4 lbs) rinsed, crisped; 1 c. crumbled chevre (goat) cheese - (4 ounce)

Servings: persons

2 x garlic cloves peeled, and pressed or possibly coarsely minced
1/3 c. extra-virgin extra virgin olive oil
2 Tbsp. balsamic vinegar
1 Tbsp. red wine vinegar
5 1/2 tsp Dijon mustard
5 1/2 tsp dark brown sugar - (firmly packed)
1/2 tsp freshly-grnd black pepper
1/4 tsp vanilla
1/2 tsp salt - (about)
6 quart baby spinach leaves - (1 1/4 lbs) rinsed, crisped
1 c. crumbled chevre (goat) cheese - (4 ounce)

1
In a food processor or possibly blender, whirl garlic, extra virgin olive oil, balsamic vinegar, red wine vinegar, mustard, brown sugar, pepper, and vanilla till smooth.
2
Add in 1/2 tsp.
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salt, and whirl just till blended.
4
Pour into a wide bowl.
5
Add in spinach to bowl and sprinkle with cheese; mix gently to coat with dressing.
6
Season to taste with more salt.
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This recipe yields 10 to 12 servings.
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Comments: The fragrant dressing for this salad comes from Justin Petersen of Portland.
9
Make it (step 1) up to 1 day ahead; cover and chill.
10
Also rinse spinach, wrap in towels, enclose in a plastic bag, and chill.

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 x garlic cloves peeled, and pressed or possibly coarsely minced, 1/3 c. extra-virgin extra virgin olive oil, 2 Tbsp. balsamic vinegar, 1 Tbsp. red wine vinegar, and more.

Yes, Baby Spinach Salad With Goat Cheese Recipe falls under the Salads category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Keep refrigerated in an airtight container and enjoy within 1–2 days for the best freshness. Best served cold — no reheating needed.

That's it — enjoy your meal!