Mesclun Salad with Veggies, Goat Cheese, and Crispy Garlic
Mesclun Salad with Veggies, Goat Cheese, and Crispy Garlic is a flavorful French French Receipes dish prepared with quality ingredients. In a small sauté pan over moderate heat, melt the butter until it begins to bubble slightly.
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Easy Prep ≤ 4 steps · Fast & beginner friendly
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Moderate 5–8 steps · Everyday home cooking
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Expert ≥ 9 steps · Multi-step advanced prep
Ingredients Required
Tap or click any ingredient to check off during cookingStep-by-Step Cooking Method
Follow numbered steps for authentic taste and perfectionIn a small sauté pan over moderate heat, melt the butter until it begins to bubble slightly.
Add the garlic and sauté, stirring occasionally, until golden brown and slightly crisp, about 2 minutes.
Pour the garlic and butter into a small bowl and let cool.
Do not clean the pan.
In a small bowl or measuring cup, combine the shallots, lemon juice, olive oil, and Dijon mustard.
Whisk to combine then season to taste with fine sea salt and freshly ground black pepper.
Return the small sauté pan to the stove over low heat and toast the pine nuts, stirring occasionally, until aromatic and light golden brown, about 3 minutes.
Transfer to a plate and let cool.
In a large bowl, layer the mesclun, pepper, beets, tomatoes, cranberries, and pine nuts.
Add the dill, dried onion flakes, and fried garlic, including the butter from the bowl.
Shake the dressing thoroughly then drizzle it over the salad and toss to combine.
Season to taste with salt and pepper, crumble goat cheese over top, and serve.
Chef's Secret Tips & Serving Pairings
- Serve hot and fresh as a wholesome vegetarian meal.
- Pairs excellently with steamed rice, flatbreads, or fresh salad garnish.