Best Goat Cheese Fig Salad With Sherry Walnut Oil Vinaigrette Recipes

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GOAT CHEESE VINAIGRETTE



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This goat cheese dressing is rich and tangy and extremely quick.

Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Time 5m

Yield 1 cup

Number Of Ingredients 4

1/4 cup cider vinegar
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
1/3 cup extra-virgin olive oil
2 tablespoons fresh goat cheese, at room temperature

Steps:

  • Whisk the vinegar and a generous pinch of salt in a small bowl. Gradually whisk in the oil, starting with a few drops and then adding the rest in a steady stream to make a smooth, slightly thick dressing. Whisk in a couple of turns of freshly ground black pepper. Stir in the goat cheese.

FIG & GOAT CHEESE SALAD



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Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Time 16m

Number Of Ingredients 16

1 tablespoon red wine vinegar
2 teaspoons Dijon mustard
3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
3 tablespoons walnut oil
1 tablespoon finely minced shallot (about 1/2 shallot)
1 teaspoon minced fresh thyme
8 ripe black or green fresh figs, halved
Olive oil for brushing
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
8 diagonally cut baguette slices
1 medium head frisee, leaves separated, and torn (about 8 cups)
1 bunch watercress, stems trimmed (about 3 cups)
1/4 cup walnuts, toasted and roughly chopped
4 ounces slightly aged goat cheese, such as Bucheron, rind trimmed and cheese crumbled
4 ounces slightly aged goat cheese, such as Bucheron, rind trimmed and cheese crumbled

Steps:

  • 1. Preheat a grill to medium.
  • 2. For walnut dressing: Whisk vinegar, mustard, 1/2 teaspoon salt, and black pepper in a small bowl. Gradually whisk in oils until smooth and slightly thick. Stir in shallot and thyme.
  • 3. For salad: Lightly brush figs with olive oil and grill, turning occasionally, until soft and lightly charred, about 6 minutes. Remove from grill and season with salt and black pepper to taste. Brush sliced bread with olive oil and grill until lightly toasted.
  • 4. Toss frisee, watercress, and walnuts with dressing. Add goat cheese and toss lightly. Divide salad among 4 plates, top with warm figs, and serve with toasted bread.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 700, Fat 38 grams, SaturatedFat 9 grams, Cholesterol 20 milligrams, Sodium 170 milligrams, Carbohydrate 73 grams, Fiber 9 grams, Protein 18 grams

GOAT CHEESE & FIG SALAD WITH SHERRY-WALNUT OIL VINAIGRETTE



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This sweet and savory salad wakes up your tastebuds with the perfect mix of complimentary flavors. Wait for ripe turkey figs to make this salad the first time. Once you've experienced this salad in its glory, you can substitute halved red grapes for the figs if you must, or get a satisfying salad using dried cranberries or dried figs when fresh aren't available.

Provided by Deep South

Categories     Salad Dressings

Time 15m

Yield 2-3 side salads, 2-3 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

3 tablespoons sherry wine vinegar
1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
1 small shallot, minced
1 garlic clove, minced
1/4 teaspoon kosher salt
1/4 cup walnut oil (do not substitute!)
2 1/2 ounces mixed baby greens
1/4 cup walnuts, coarsely chopped
6 figs, quartered (fresh, ripe turkey figs are to die for)
1 1/2 ounces goat cheese
fresh ground pepper

Steps:

  • Combine vinegar, mustard, shallot, garlic and salt in a small mixing bowl.
  • Whisk in the oil. If you have time, let flavors mingle for 30 minutes.
  • In a large bowl, toss greens with the vinaigrette.
  • Serve dressed greens in individual bowls or plates.
  • Top with walnuts, figs, cheese and fresh ground pepper.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 534.4, Fat 43.7, SaturatedFat 7.9, Cholesterol 16.8, Sodium 359, Carbohydrate 33.2, Fiber 5.4, Sugar 25.4, Protein 8.3

SHERRY-WALNUT OIL VINAIGRETTE



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Categories     Salad     Nut     No-Cook     Vegetarian     Salad Dressing     Vinegar     Walnut     Vegan     Gourmet

Number Of Ingredients 4

2 tablespoons Sherry vinegar
1/2 teaspoon Dijon mustard
1/4 teaspoon kosher salt
1/4 cup walnut oil

Steps:

  • Combine the vinegar, mustard, and salt. Whisk in the oil.

WALNUT OIL VINAIGRETTE



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Make and share this Walnut Oil Vinaigrette recipe from Food.com.

Provided by yummo

Categories     Salad Dressings

Time 1m

Yield 2/3 cup

Number Of Ingredients 7

1/4 cup red wine vinegar
2 tablespoons minced shallots
2 tablespoons walnut oil
2 tablespoons honey
1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon fresh ground pepper

Steps:

  • Combine all ingredients, stirring with a whisk.
  • Store in fridge for up to 1 week.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 581.3, Fat 40.9, SaturatedFat 3.7, Sodium 1750.8, Carbohydrate 59.4, Fiber 0.4, Sugar 52.3, Protein 1.1

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