Spiced Goose and Orange Salad with Walnut Vinaigrette

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Warm spiced goose slices atop a fresh orange and mixed greens salad, dressed with a nutty walnut vinaigrette. This mediterranean-inspired salads ready in about 25 minutes pairs large (8 oz) goose breast, ground cinnamon, ground cumin into a side that holds its own next to almost any main — bright, balanced, and quick enough to slot into a weeknight plate. Each serving lands at about 420 calories and feeds 2, so it slots cleanly next to roasted proteins, grain bowls, or weeknight mains. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Prep: 15 min Cook: 10 min Serves 2 Mediterranean cuisine 420 cal/serving
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Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Step 1: Combine 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon, 1/2 tsp ground cumin, 1 tsp salt, and 1/4 tsp black pepper. Rub this spice mix evenly on 1 large (8 oz) goose breast.
  2. Step 2: Heat a skillet over medium-high heat and sear the goose breast for 5 minutes skin-side down until browned and crisp, then flip and cook for 3 minutes more. Let rest 5 minutes before slicing thinly.
  3. Step 3: In a small bowl, whisk together 3 tbsp walnut oil, 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar, 1 tsp honey, and 1 tsp Dijon mustard until emulsified.
  4. Step 4: In a large bowl, toss 4 cups mixed salad greens, 1 large peeled and segmented orange, and 1/3 cup toasted walnut halves with the vinaigrette.
  5. Step 5: Arrange sliced spiced goose breast on top of the salad and serve immediately.

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Frequently asked questions

How long does Spiced Goose and Orange Salad with Walnut Vinaigrette take to make?

Total time is about 25 minutes (15 min prep + 10 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.

How do I store leftover Spiced Goose and Orange Salad with Walnut Vinaigrette?

Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep large (8 oz) goose breast from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in Spiced Goose and Orange Salad with Walnut Vinaigrette?

Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.

How do I scale Spiced Goose and Orange Salad with Walnut Vinaigrette for a different number of people?

The recipe is written for 2 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 2). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.

What goes well with Spiced Goose and Orange Salad with Walnut Vinaigrette?

Mediterranean salads like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.

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