HONEY PECAN & GOAT CHEESE SALAD

Honey Pecan & Goat Cheese Salad image

I once made this salad for my wife and son-who loves goat cheese-while our homemade pizza was baking. One of my dreams is to own a herd of goats and make cheese, but when I talk about it with my wife, the result is major eye rolls! -Greg Fontenot The Woodlands, Texas

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Lunch

Time 25m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 11

Ingredients

1/2 cup chopped pecans
2 teaspoons plus 1 tablespoon honey, divided
1/3 cup plus 3 tablespoons olive oil, divided
2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper
1/4 cup all-purpose flour
1 egg, beaten
3/4 cup seasoned bread crumbs
8 ounces fresh goat cheese
4 cups spring mix salad greens

Steps:

In a shallow microwave-safe dish, combine pecans and 2 teaspoons honey; microwave, uncovered, on high 1-1/2 to 2 minutes or until toasted, stirring twice. Immediately transfer to waxed paper-lined baking sheet to cool. , For dressing, in a small bowl, whisk 1/3 cup oil, vinegar, remaining honey, salt and pepper; set aside., Place flour, egg and bread crumbs in separate shallow bowls. Shape cheese into eight balls; flatten slightly. Coat cheese with flour, then dip in egg and coat with bread crumbs. , Heat remaining oil in a large skillet over medium-hight heat. Fry cheese 1-2 minutes on each side or until golden brown. Drain on paper towels., Divide salad greens among four plates; top with cheese. Drizzle with dressing and sprinkle with honey pecans.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 570 calories, Fat 47g fat (10g saturated fat), Cholesterol 64mg cholesterol, Sodium 763mg sodium, Carbohydrate 29g carbohydrate (11g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 11g protein.