MIXED GREEN SALAD WITH MACADAMIA ENCRUSTED GOAT CHEESE

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Categories     Lettuce

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 17

Estimated Times
Preparation Time: 10 mins
Cooking Time: 5 mins
Servings: 6
2 - 3 1/2 oz. logs fresh goat cheese, chilled
1/2 C macadamia nuts, chopped
8 C mixed baby greens
1 avocado, peeled, cut into thin wedges
8 T olive oil
3 T balsamic vinegar
Sliced strawberries (opt.)
Cut goat cheese into 6 rounds. Place nuts in shallow bowl. Press cheese into nuts, turning to coat. Reserve remaining nuts. Cover cheese; chill.
Mound greens in large bowl.
Arrange avocado on top.
Whisk 6 T olive oil and vinegar in small bowl to blend. Season dressing to taste with salt and pepper.
Heat 2 T oil in heavy large skillet over medium heat. Add cheese rounds. Saute until just warmed through but still holding shape, about 1 minute per side.
Arrange cheese rounds on top of salad. Drizzle dressing over; sprinkle with reserved macadamia nuts and serve.

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