Korean Goat Cheese Salad
Prep
15 mins
Cook
30 mins
Servings
4
Difficulty
Easy
This Korean goat cheese salad is my favorite way to bring bold, vibrant flavors to the table without spending hours in the kitchen. The tangy goat cheese pairs beautifully with spicy gochujang and kimchi, creating this incredible fusion that feels fancy but comes together in just 45 minutes. What I love most is that goat cheese is packed with probiotics, which are amazing for your gut health, and the whole dish relies on simple ingredients you probably have on hand or can grab quickly. The crispy rice cakes and peanuts add such wonderful texture, while the creamy mayo based dressing ties everything together. Trust me, once you make this, you'll be craving it constantly.
Ella x
Ingredients
- 400 ggoat cheese
- 200 gred cabbage
- 150 gcarrots
- 2 piecesgreen onions
- 2 tbspsesame seeds
- 1 tbspkorean chili flakes
- 2 tbsplime juice
- 1 tbspfish sauce
- 2 tbspsoy sauce
- 1 tbspketchup
- 2 tbspkorean chili paste
- 100 gmayonnaise
- 20 gcrushed peanuts
- 50 gcrushed rice cakes
- 150 gkimchi
Detail level
Instructions
- 1
Cut the red cabbage and carrots into thin strips. In a large bowl, combine the cabbage, carrots, green onions, and sesame seeds.
Tip: Use a mandoline to get even strips.
- 2
In a small bowl, whisk together the lime juice, fish sauce, soy sauce, ketchup, and korean chili flakes until well combined.
Tip: Adjust the level of spiciness to your liking.
- 3
Add the mayonnaise and whisk until smooth.
Tip: Use a food processor to speed up the process.
- 4
Pour the dressing over the cabbage mixture and toss to coat.
- 5
Stir in the crushed peanuts and rice cakes.
- 6
Add the kimchi and stir until well combined.
Tip: Start with a small amount and adjust to taste.
- 7
Taste and adjust the dressing as needed.
- 8
Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
Tip: This step is crucial to bring all the flavors together.
- 9
Just before serving, crumble the goat cheese and stir until well combined.
Tip: You can also add this just before serving for a creamier texture.
- 10
Serve chilled and enjoy!
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