Brie and Roasted Red Pepper Salad

Elevate your salad game with this vibrant and flavorful Brie and Roasted Red Pepper Salad, a perfect balance of creamy, tangy, and nutty elements. Featuring a medley of fresh, crisp mixed greens, velvety Brie cheese, smoky roasted red peppers, and crunchy toasted walnuts, this gourmet dish is brought together with a luscious homemade dressing of balsamic vinegar, olive oil, honey, and Dijon mustard. Ready in just 15 minutes and effortlessly elegant, it’s ideal for everything from a light lunch to an impressive dinner starter. Perfectly complementing the texture contrasts and bold flavors, this salad is a versatile crowd-pleaser you’ll return to again and again.

Nutriscore Rating: 67/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:15 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 6 cups mixed salad greens (arugula, spinach, or mesclun)
• 5 ounces Brie cheese
• 1 cup roasted red peppers (jarred or freshly roasted)
• 1 quarter cup toasted walnuts
• 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
• 1.5 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
• 1 teaspoon honey
• 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon ground black pepper

Directions

Step 1

1. Prepare the greens by rinsing them thoroughly under cold water. Drain and pat dry using a salad spinner or kitchen towel.

Step 2

2. Slice the Brie cheese into small wedges or cubes, and set aside.

Step 3

3. If using jarred roasted red peppers, drain and pat them dry with paper towels. Slice them into thin strips.

Step 4

4. Toast the walnuts if desired by placing them in a dry skillet over medium heat for 2–3 minutes, stirring occasionally, until fragrant. Remove from heat and let cool.

Step 5

5. In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, balsamic vinegar, honey, Dijon mustard, salt, and black pepper to create the dressing.

Step 6

6. In a large serving bowl, combine the mixed greens, roasted red pepper strips, and toasted walnuts.

Step 7

7. Drizzle the dressing evenly over the salad, then gently toss to coat all the ingredients.

Step 8

8. Arrange the wedges or cubes of Brie on top of the salad and serve immediately. Enjoy your delicious Brie and Roasted Red Pepper Salad!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	737.3 grams (737.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1759

Total Fat 162.20g	208%
Saturated Fat 36.70g	184%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.20g
Cholesterol 142mg	47%
Sodium 2757mg	120%
Total Carbohydrate 45.00g	16%
Dietary Fiber 17.10g	61%
Total Sugars 21.70g
Protein 56.10g	112%

Vitamin D 28IU	142%
Calcium 509mg	39%
Iron 9mg	51%
Potassium 1876mg	40%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 78.3%

Protein: 12.0%

Carbs: 9.7%