Romaine Apple and Gorgonzola Salad

Elevate your salad game with this vibrant Romaine Apple and Gorgonzola Salad, a perfect harmony of crisp textures and bold flavors. Freshly chopped romaine lettuce serves as the base, complemented by sweet, juicy apple slices (like Honeycrisp or Granny Smith) for a refreshing crunch. Creamy crumbles of tangy Gorgonzola cheese and toasted walnuts provide a rich, nutty depth, while dried cranberries add a pop of sweetness. The salad is tied together with a luscious homemade apple cider vinaigrette, infused with honey and Dijon mustard for a balance of tangy and sweet. Quick to prepare in just 15 minutes, this colorful dish is ideal for serving as an appetizer, side salad, or even a light lunch. Perfect for fall gatherings or anytime you crave a fresh and elegant salad!

Nutriscore Rating: 80/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:15 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 hearts Romaine lettuce
• 1 medium Apple (such as Honeycrisp or Granny Smith)
• 0.5 cups Gorgonzola cheese
• 0.5 cups Walnuts
• 0.25 cups Dried cranberries
• 3 tablespoons Extra virgin olive oil
• 2 tablespoons Apple cider vinegar
• 1 teaspoon Honey
• 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
• 0.25 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Wash and dry the romaine lettuce hearts. Chop them into bite-sized pieces and transfer to a large salad bowl.

Step 2

Wash and core the apple. Slice it into thin wedges or matchsticks, leaving the skin on for added texture and color.

Step 3

Add the apple slices to the salad bowl along with the chopped romaine lettuce.

Step 4

Crumble the Gorgonzola cheese and sprinkle it over the salad.

Step 5

Toast the walnuts in a dry skillet over medium heat for 2-3 minutes, stirring frequently, until fragrant. Let them cool and then add them to the salad.

Step 6

Sprinkle the dried cranberries over the salad for a touch of sweetness.

Step 7

In a small bowl or a jar with a lid, whisk together the olive oil, apple cider vinegar, honey, Dijon mustard, salt, and black pepper to make the vinaigrette. Shake or stir until fully emulsified.

Step 8

Drizzle the vinaigrette over the salad just before serving. Toss gently to combine all ingredients and ensure everything is coated evenly.

Step 9

Serve immediately as a light appetizer or side dish. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1642.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1406.9

Total Fat 102.7g	0%
Saturated Fat 21.5g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 29.3g
Cholesterol 54.3mg	0%
Sodium 1884.7mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 105.2g	0%
Dietary Fiber 27.0g	0%
Total Sugars 59.6g
Protein 39.1g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 835.4mg	0%
Iron 12.6mg	0%
Potassium 2857.1mg	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: 61.6%

Protein: 10.4%

Carbs: 28.0%