Description
Balsamic Grilled Cherry, Blueberry, Goat Cheese, and Candied Hazelnut Salad is a vibrant and refreshing dish that’s perfect for summer gatherings or casual picnics. This delightful salad combines the sweetness of grilled cherries with ripe blueberries and creamy goat cheese, all topped with crunchy candied hazelnuts for an irresistible texture contrast. The light balsamic dressing ties the flavors together, making every bite a delicious explosion. Easy to prepare and visually stunning, this salad will impress your guests and become a favorite addition to your warm-weather meal planning.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8–10 cups mixed salad greens
- 2 cups cherries (pitted and halved)
- 2 cups blueberries
- 4 ounces crumbled goat cheese
- 1 cup shelled hazelnuts
- 3 tablespoons brown sugar
- 3 tablespoons hot water
- 2 tablespoons Newman's Own Lite Balsamic Dressing
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). In a bowl, mix brown sugar with hot water until dissolved. Toss hazelnuts in the mixture, spread on a baking sheet, and bake for 12-15 minutes until crisp. Let cool before chopping.
- Preheat the grill to medium heat. Toss pitted cherries with balsamic dressing and grill on a pan for about 5 minutes until tender.
- In a large bowl, combine mixed greens, grilled cherries, blueberries, crumbled goat cheese, and candied hazelnuts. Drizzle with additional balsamic dressing before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Grilling/Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approximately 300g)
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 24g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 15mg