Apple and Goat Cheese Salad with White Balsamic-Herb Dressing | Boudin Bakery Copycat Recipe

Apple and Goat Cheese Salad with White Balsamic-Herb Dressing | Boudin Bakery Copycat Recipe | ChefDeHome.com (2024)

Diet Info: DF GF F LF Na LS VG V Fa

Every texture, every component of this salad plays a roll to make it refreshing, and keep-going-for-next-bite-while-you-talk kinda delicious! well... you can stop talking, but you won't stop digging into this salad! I promise!

I was hooked to this salad since I tasted it first-time in Boudin Bakery. Very refreshing! I did not speak a word while ushered in all salad in mouth and kept thinking - I'm copying it Boudin! Promise! But.... every-time, I came home and just got busy with something else. Then finally, when we visited Boudin last Saturday, I decided to make it this time. No excuses! You know we shop only once every fortnight. But, for this salad I requested Vishal to get me a packet of Spring Mix. That was the only thing I not had in hand.

amazingly.... while testing recipe..... I kept going back to my thoughts and thinking.... Did I get it right? Am I missing an ingredient?! How can it be so so simple? this salad is so simple yet packed with flavor! After clicking pictures.... when I finally sat down to ate this bowl of healthy heaven.... I was transported to Boudin.... along with living-room couch ;) This is the reason, I think this salad captivated me at first place. Just a few ingredients and bold flavor... + you taste everything!

The nutty crunch of toasted almonds (don't use raw, recommended), fresh green mix, creamy goat cheese, tart crisp apple slices, and sweetness of cranberries. oh my my!! and not to forget, the flavor-bomb, easy-breezy White Balsamic Dressing! There is something about the mild-sweetness of white balsamic that will captivate you for rest of your life! And good part is, you don't need a lot of dressing this salad. Trust me! Two serving need only 1 tablespoon, yes your read correct, ONLY 1 tablespoon of dressing and the magic happens.

Greens look more delicious, goat cheese become sweet and sour, almonds feel like.... umm.... ahhn.... hard to guess the right word! but you get it! right? Or if you don't, go try it once in Boudin! You will know what am I talking about!

I would say, if this salad is wrong, I don't want to be right. (line stolen from Pioneer Woman Show, episode... don't remember!) what? we all are inspired from someone at some point of time! Aren't we? and Mrs. Ree aka Pioneer Woman can be a role model for any food blogger!

Now, let's talk diet!

Vegan! No friends, this salad is not vegan and I won't recommend skipping goat cheese either!

Apple and Goat Cheese Salad with White Balsamic-Herb Dressing | Boudin Bakery Copycat

5 (1 review)

Total Time: 12 mins Prep Time: 10 mins Cook Time: 2 mins Cuisine: American (Side Dish, Salad) Difficulty: Easy

Yields: 2 Salad Plates - Serves: 2

(2-3 substantial or 4 small servings.)

Ingredients

White Balsamic Dressing

2 tbsp Balsamic Vinegar (white balsamic)

2 tbsp Olive Oil

1 tsp Parsley (dried flakes)

1/2 tsp Oregano

1/4 tsp Salt

Black Pepper (per taste)

Apple and Goat Cheese Salad

1 Apple (green, grany smith, sliced to thin wedges)

1/4 Cup Goat Cheese (chevre brand preferred, crumbled)

1/4 Cup Cranberries (dried cranberries)

3 Cup Spring Greens Mix (or Mesclun mix, 3 big handfuls or more per liking)

1/4 Cup Almonds (sliced, dry toasted, instructions below)

Directions

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1.Dressing - Add all dressing ingredients in a wide salad bowl except olive oil. Whisking continuously, add olive oil to make a thick emulsion. Set Aside. Additional Notes:Dressing is good for 4 servings of salad. So you will have half of dressing leftover at end of this recipe to make it one more time! I'm telling you, you will make it again!

2.In a small pan, add sliced almonds. Keeping a close watch, toast until light brown. Immediately transfer to a plate of almonds tends to keep getting brown in hot pan.
3.Add 1 tablespoon dressing a salad bowl. Add greens and toss to coat in dressing.

4.Transfer to two serving plates. Top with apples, toasted almonds, cranberries, and dots of cold goat cheese! Serve and enjoy!

Savita's Notes:

Dressing yields 1/4 of a cup. Good for double amount of salad

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Apple and Goat Cheese Salad with White Balsamic-Herb Dressing | Boudin Bakery Copycat Recipe | ChefDeHome.com (2024)

FAQs

What's the difference between balsamic vinaigrette and balsamic dressing? ›

Balsamic vinegar is pure vinegar. Balsamic vinegar is dark brown in color and has a very robust, slightly sweet flavor. Balsamic vinaigrette is a mixture made with balsamic vinegar, olive oil, sugar, salt and/or other spices. It is typically used as a salad dressing but has other uses in the kitchen as well.

What is the difference between balsamic glaze and dressing? ›

The main difference between balsamic glaze and balsamic vinaigrette lies in their consistency and usage. Balsamic glaze has a thick syrupy consistency, while balsamic vinaigrette is thinner and pourable.

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Which is the best balsamic vinegar for salads? ›

Colavita Balsamic Vinegar of Modena

This bargain find is readily available in most stores and is great for adding a touch of acidity to a hearty tomato sandwich or a veggie-packed salad.

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What is the healthiest vinegar for salad dressing? ›

The best way to dress your salad is with a little olive oil (healthy fat!) and lemon juice, or olive oil and balsamic vinegar. Balsamic vinegar contains beneficial antioxidants, no fat, and very few calories.

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Is vinaigrette better than dressing? ›

Even though they are generally healthier than creamy dressings, vinaigrette recipes call for three parts oil to one part vinegar, so naturally they will be high in calories. This is why it's important to ensure you are only using one portion, even with oil-based dressings.

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Is balsamic vinaigrette the healthiest salad dressing? ›

Balsamic Vinaigrette

Martin says, "It's got a hint of sweetness with little to no added sugar and is packed with heart-healthy unsaturated fats." Plus, the lack of sugar can be good for those looking to lose weight in particular, as well as for those on low-sugar and low-carb diet plans.

What dressing is similar to balsamic vinaigrette? ›

Red Wine Vinegar, Soy Sauce, and Grape Jelly: Since balsamic is made from grapes, adding grape jelly to red wine vinegar might not be the worst idea. Combine one tablespoon of red wine vinegar, one teaspoon of grape jelly and ½ teaspoon of soy sauce for a little savory richness.

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What is the meaning of balsamic vinaigrette dressing? ›

Balsamic vinaigrette is made by adding a small amount of balsamic vinegar to a simple vinaigrette of olive oil and wine vinegar. Brazil: A mix between olive oil, alcohol vinegar, tomatoes, onions and sometimes bell peppers is called vinagrete.

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