Salad with Goat Cheese and Green Beans

A salad with green beans, lettuce, sliced almonds, red onion, crumbled cheese, and walnuts in a white bowl.

Salad with Goat Cheese and Green Beans

This goat cheese salad brings together crisp green beans and creamy goat cheese for a simple yet elevated dish. A light vinaigrette keeps everything fresh while adding a bright, balanced flavor.

Course Salad, Salads

Cuisine American, International

Keyword arugula, balsamic, cranberry, crumble, dressing, goat cheese salad, green, pecan, red wine, salad, salad dressing, salt and pepper, tangy, vinaigrette, vinegar, walnut, whisk

Prep Time 10

Boil Time 2

Servings Servings

Calories 253kcal

Author Zuzana Paar

Equipment

1 Sharp Knife
1 Salad Bowl
1 Chopping Board
1 Whisk

Ingredients

½ Head Romaine Lettuce finely sliced
1 Pound Green Beans trimmed
¼ Cup Red Onion sliced thin
¼ Cup Basil fresh
2 Tablespoons Almonds sliced
2 Tablespoons Walnuts chopped
2 Ounces Goat Cheese crumbled
1 Pinch Salt to taste
1 Pinch Pepper to taste

Dressing:

3 Tablespoons Olive Oil
1 Tablespoon Apple Cider Vinegar
1 teaspoon Dijon Mustard
1 teaspoon Honey
½ teaspoon Garlic Powder
1 Pinch Salt to taste
1 Pinch Pepper to taste

US Customary - Metric

Instructions

Boil green beans in salted water for 2 minutes, transfer to ice water, then drain and pat dry.
Whisk olive oil, Dijon, garlic powder, vinegar, honey, salt, and pepper until smooth.
Chop romaine, trim beans, slice onion, and tear basil.
Combine everything, toss with half the dressing, add toppings, then finish with remaining dressing and seasoning.

Notes

Mix arugula with other greens like spinach or romaine to balance the peppery flavor. Add a few cranberries for sweetness and a handful of toasted pecans for crunch.
Crumble goat cheese or feta over the top for a creamy texture. The tangy cheese pairs beautifully with a drizzle of balsamic or red wine vinegar.
Toast nuts like pecans lightly in a skillet before adding them to the salad. This improves their nutty flavor and adds a richer aroma to each bite.
Make a simple vinaigrette using red wine, red wine vinegar, and a touch of balsamic. Whisk it well to combine and coat the greens evenly for maximum flavor.

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