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Mixed Green Salad With Pecans, Goat Cheese, And Honey Mustard Vinaigrette

Name: Mixed Green Salad With Pecans, Goat Cheese, And Honey Mustard Vinaigrette
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 35 min
Yield: 8
Ingredients: Pecans:; 4 ounces whole pecans; 1 tablespoon butter, melted; 1 tablespoon sugar; Honey Mustard Vinaigrette:; 3/4 cup extra virgin olive oil; 1/4 cup balsamic vinegar; 2 tablespoons honey mustard; 1 clove garlic, minced (about 1 teaspoon); 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes; Salt and pepper, to taste; Salad:; 1 pound mixed salad greens, including fresh baby spinach; 4 ounces goat cheese; 1/4 cup sweetened dried cranberries; 1 red bell pepper, cored, seeded, and cut into 1- to 2-inch thin slices

Prep 15m

Cook 20m

Total 35m

This mixed green salad with pecans, goat cheese, and honey mustard vinaigrette is a delightful blend of flavors and textures. The crunch of the pecans, the creaminess of the goat cheese, and the tangy sweetness of the vinaigrette make this salad a perfect side or main dish.