Mixed Green Salad With Pecans, Goat Cheese, and Hon

Name: Mixed Green Salad With Pecans, Goat Cheese, and Honey Mustard Vi
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 4 ounces pecans, whole; 1 tablespoon melted butter; 1 tablespoon sugar; 2 tablespoons honey mustard; 1 garlic clove, minced; ¼ teaspoon red pepper flakes; ¼ cup balsamic vinegar; ¾ cup olive oil; salt and pepper; 1 lb mixed salad green, including fresh baby spinach; 4 ounces goat cheese; ¼ cup dried cranberries; 1 red bell pepper, cored, seeded, and cut into 1-2 inch thin slices

Servings: persons

4 ounces pecans, whole
1 tablespoon melted butter
1 tablespoon sugar
2 tablespoons honey mustard
1 garlic clove, minced
¼ teaspoon red pepper flakes
¼ cup balsamic vinegar
¾ cup olive oil
salt and pepper
1 lb mixed salad green, including fresh baby spinach
4 ounces goat cheese
¼ cup dried cranberries
1 red bell pepper, cored, seeded, and cut into 1-2 inch thin slices

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1 Preheat oven to 300F Place pecans in a bowl, pour melted butter over them, sprinkle with sugar, and gently toss until the pecans are all well coated with a dusting of sugar.
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Place them in a single layer on a parchment paper or Silpat lined cookie sheet.
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Bake for 20 minutes.
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Let cool to touch.
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2 Whisk together the honey mustard, garlic, red pepper flakes, and balsamic vinegar in a medium sized bowl.
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Slowly drizzle the oil into the mixture, whisking constantly until completely incorporated.
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Season to taste with salt and pepper.
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3 Place lettuces and baby spinach in a large bowl.
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Add the goat cheese, dried cranberries, red bell pepper, and pecans.
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Toss with 1/4 cup of the dressing.
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Serve immediately.
12
Chill remaining dressing.

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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

Swap the honey for maple syrup or agave for a slightly different but equally rich sweetness.
Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.
Leave out the nuts to make it nut-free, or swap in seeds for a similar crunch.

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 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 4 ounces pecans, whole, 1 tablespoon melted butter, 1 tablespoon sugar, 2 tablespoons honey mustard, and more.

Yes, Mixed Green Salad With Pecans, Goat Cheese, and Honey Mustard Vi 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.

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Mixed Green Salad With Pecans, Goat Cheese, and Honey Mustard Vi

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