Spring Salad with Grapes and Pistachio-Crusted Goat Cheese

By Chez_Alexander

Each grassy, creamy bite of cheese contrasts with the salty, crunchy nuts. Serve with pasta or chicken.

Ingredients

• 1/4 cup shelled dry-roasted pistachios, finely chopped
• 4 oz goat cheese
• 1/4 cup herbed vinaigrette
• 1 package gourmet salad greens or spring lettuce mix
• 1 cup seedless red grapes, halved
• 1/4 tsp black pepper

Preparation

Step 1

1. Place pistachios in a shallow dish. Divide cheese into 12 equal portions, rolling to form 12 balls. Roll each ball in the pistachios until well-coated. Set pistachio-crusted cheese balls aside.

2. Combine vinaigrette and greens in a large mixing bowl; toss gently to coat evenly. Divide greens mixture evenly among 4 salad plates.

3. Top each serving with 1/4 cup grapes and 3 cheese balls. Sprinkle salads evenly with pepper, and serve immediately.

Makes 4 servings. Each serving = 5 Weight Watchers points.