Pomegranate Persimmon Salad With Warm Goat Cheese - cooking recipe

Ingredients

Dressing
1/2 cup pomegranate juice
2 tablespoons walnut oil or 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
2 teaspoons balsamic vinegar (optional)
1 garlic clove, finely minced
1/2 tablespoon brown sugar, packed
Salad
2 -4 ounces soft fresh goat cheese
fresh ground pepper
1/2 cup toasted walnuts, finely chopped
12 cups spinach or 12 cups other lettuce
2 fuyu persimmons, peeled and cut into wedges
1 pomegranate, seeded
fresh basil (optional)

Preparation

Whisk together dressing ingredients.
After salad ingredients are prepped, preheat oven to 375 degrees F.
Form goat cheese into 1/2 oz. balls, top with freshly ground pepper, and roll in walnuts to coat. Place on a baking sheet.
Assemble salad with greens, persimmons, pomegranate seeds, and basil.
Just before serving, warm the goat cheese in the oven for about 3 minutes.
Toss salad with dressing. Plate, carefully top with warm goat cheese, and enjoy!