RED JALAPENO SALAD WITH MELTED GOAT CHEESE

RED JALAPENO SALAD WITH MELTED GOAT CHEESE image

Yield 6 6

Number Of Ingredients 16

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1 tsp chopped shallots
1 small garlic clove
2 tsp hot pepper sauce
1 tsp worcestershire sauce
½ tsp balsamic vinegar
2 TBS water + more if needed
2 TBS Dijon mustard
¼ cup Canola oil
¼ cup olive oil
1 seeded and chopped red jalapeno
¼ cup chopped cilantro
juice of 1 lime + extra limes for serving
1 head of Romaine hearts, washed and dried
1 head of Red Leaf lettuce, washed and dried
6 ounces goat cheese, not crumbled
½ cup pine nuts, toasted

Steps:

In a Blender combine the first 7 ingredients. Add more water if needed. Slowly drizzle in first the canola oil then the olive oil. Pour into bowl and add the jalapeno, cilantro and lime. Can be made up to 1 day ahead, cover and chill. Combine lettuce in bowl and toss with dressing to coat. Crumble goat cheese on top of salad - do not toss. Toast pine nuts and immediately pour on top of goat cheese till melted and creamy, toss and enjoy! *Serve with lime wedges.