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FRIED GOAT CHEESE SALAD


Active Time : 20 minutes
Total Time : 40 minutes
Serves : 6 servings

INGREDIENTS
  • 2 4 ounce logs plain goat cheese [chevre]
  • 1 large egg beaten
  • 1/2 cup Italian style bread crumbs
  • 2 5 ounce containers spring greens mix
  • 2 thinly sliced ripe pears
  • 1/2 cup sliced shallots
  • 2/3 cup balsamic vinaigrette dressing
  • 3/4 cup shelled pistachio nuts or walnuts
  • 3 tablespoons 100% pure olive oil

DIRECTIONS

Slice cheese into 12 round slices; freeze 10 minutes. Place egg and bread crumbs in separate shallow dishes. Dip cheese in egg and coat with bread crumbs; freeze 10 minutes.

Meanwhile, in large bowl, combine spring greens, pears and shallots; toss with vinaigrette and pistachios. Divide among 6 salad plates.

In large skillet, heat oil over medium-high heat. Add goat cheese; sauté until golden brown, turning once, (about 2-3 minutes). Place on salads.