Portabella and Blue Cheese Salad

Elevate your salad game with this Portabella and Blue Cheese Salad, a hearty and flavor-packed dish that combines earthy grilled portabella mushrooms with the tangy richness of crumbled blue cheese. Perfectly balanced with fresh mixed greens, juicy cherry tomatoes, and a subtle crunch from toasted walnuts, this salad is further enhanced by a simple yet zesty balsamic and garlic marinade. Quick and easy to prepare in just 25 minutes, it’s a satisfying choice for a light lunch or an indulgent side dish. Finished with a drizzle of lemon juice and olive oil, this vibrant salad is a must-try for lovers of bold flavors and wholesome ingredients.

Nutriscore Rating: 68/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:25 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 large caps Portabella mushrooms
• 3 tablespoons Olive oil
• 2 tablespoons Balsamic vinegar
• 2 cloves Garlic
• 6 cups Mixed salad greens
• 0.5 cup (crumbled) Blue cheese
• 1 cup Cherry tomatoes
• 0.25 medium (thinly sliced) Red onion
• 0.25 cup (toasted) Walnuts
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
• 1 tablespoon Lemon juice

Directions

Step 1

Clean the portabella mushroom caps by wiping them with a damp paper towel and removing the stems.

Step 2

Mince the garlic cloves and set aside.

Step 3

In a small bowl, whisk together 2 tablespoons of olive oil, balsamic vinegar, minced garlic, salt, and black pepper.

Step 4

Brush the mushrooms generously with the olive oil and balsamic mixture, ensuring they are well coated on both sides.

Step 5

Preheat a grill pan or regular skillet over medium-high heat. Place the mushrooms cap-side down and cook for 4-5 minutes per side until tender and slightly charred. Remove from heat and allow them to cool slightly.

Step 6

While the mushrooms cool, prepare the salad base by arranging the mixed greens on a large serving platter or individual plates.

Step 7

Slice the cooked mushrooms into strips and distribute them evenly over the salad greens.

Step 8

Halve the cherry tomatoes and add them to the salad along with the thinly sliced red onion.

Step 9

Sprinkle the crumbled blue cheese and toasted walnuts over the top.

Step 10

Drizzle the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil and the lemon juice over the salad for added brightness.

Step 11

Toss gently, if desired, and serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(680.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	955.7

Total Fat 82.5g	0%
Saturated Fat 21.2g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 18.9g
Cholesterol 50.6mg	0%
Sodium 2082.5mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 32.1g	0%
Dietary Fiber 8.6g	0%
Total Sugars 14.5g
Protein 28.6g	0%

Vitamin D 30.4IU	0%
Calcium 511.2mg	0%
Iron 4.8mg	0%
Potassium 1932.3mg	0%

*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: 75.4%

Protein: 11.6%

Carbs: 13.0%