Spiced Honey Date Salad (Printable)

Creamy goat cheese pairs with sweet dates and spiced honey dressing on a bed of fresh greens.

# Components:

→ Salad

01 - 4 1/4 cups mixed salad greens (arugula, baby spinach, frisée)
02 - 5.3 oz goat cheese, crumbled or sliced
03 - 8 Medjool dates, pitted and chopped
04 - 1 1/2 oz toasted walnuts, roughly chopped
05 - 1 small red onion, thinly sliced
06 - 1 small apple, thinly sliced (optional)

→ Spiced Honey Dressing

07 - 3 tbsp honey
08 - 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
09 - 1/4 tsp ground cumin
10 - 1/4 tsp ground coriander
11 - 1/8 tsp chili flakes (optional)
12 - 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
13 - 3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
14 - Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste

# Method:

01 - In a small saucepan over low heat, combine honey, cinnamon, cumin, coriander, and chili flakes if using. Warm gently for 2 to 3 minutes, stirring until aromatic. Remove from heat, then stir in lemon juice and olive oil. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Allow to cool slightly.
02 - Arrange the salad greens on a large platter or individual plates. Evenly distribute the goat cheese, chopped dates, toasted walnuts, red onion, and apple slices if used over the greens.
03 - Drizzle the warm spiced honey dressing over the salad immediately before serving.
04 - Toss gently to combine or serve with the dressing on the side as preferred.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Creamy goat cheese pairs beautifully with sweet dates
  • Simple and quick to prepare in under 30 minutes
02 -
  • Add roasted pumpkin seeds or pistachios for extra crunch
  • Substitute figs or dried apricots for dates if desired
03 -
  • Warm the dressing gently to enhance the spices without boiling
  • Use fresh lemon juice for the best flavor
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