Gorgonzola and Toasted Walnut Salad
Elevate your salad game with this stunning Gorgonzola and Toasted Walnut Salad, a harmonious blend of bold flavors and textures that's perfect for any occasion. Crisp mixed greens form the base of this vibrant dish, enhanced by the creamy tanginess of crumbled Gorgonzola cheese and the earthy crunch of golden-brown toasted walnuts. Sweet, juicy slices of pear and sharp red onion provide delightful contrast, while a homemade balsamic vinaigrette featuring Dijon mustard and a touch of honey ties everything together with elegance. Quick to prepare in just 20 minutes, this gourmet salad is ideal as a light lunch or a sophisticated side for dinner parties. Bursting with flavor and loaded with wholesome ingredients, this salad is a must-try for cheese lovers and culinary adventurers alike!
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Ingredients
- 6 cups mixed salad greens
- 3 ounces Gorgonzola cheese, crumbled
- 1 cup walnuts
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 1 teaspoon honey
- 0.25 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper, freshly ground
- 0.25 cup red onion, thinly sliced
- 1 medium pear, thinly sliced
Directions
Step 1
Preheat a skillet over medium heat. Add the walnuts and toast them, stirring constantly, for 3-5 minutes until they are golden brown and fragrant. Remove from heat and set aside to cool.
Step 2
In a small bowl, prepare the vinaigrette by whisking together olive oil, balsamic vinegar, Dijon mustard, honey, salt, and black pepper until emulsified. Set aside.
Step 3
In a large salad bowl, combine the mixed salad greens, red onion slices, and pear slices.
Step 4
Sprinkle the toasted walnuts and crumbled Gorgonzola cheese over the top of the salad mixture.
Step 5
Drizzle the prepared vinaigrette over the salad and toss gently to coat all the ingredients evenly.
Step 6
Serve immediately and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (712.3g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 1672.5 |
| Total Fat 146.4g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 29.1g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 60.8g | |
| Cholesterol 75.9mg | 0% |
| Sodium 1951.9mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 64.6g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 16.4g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 33.1g | |
| Protein 41.4g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 18.2IU | 0% |
| Calcium 699.8mg | 0% |
| Iron 7.3mg | 0% |
| Potassium 1543.3mg | 0% |
Source of Calories