This recipe is a perfect blend of fresh, crisp baby greens paired with a warm and creamy gorgonzola dressing. The flavors of the tangy gorgonzola cheese complement the mild bitterness of the greens, creating a truly delightful salad experience.
Ingredients
- 6 cups baby greens mix
- 1/2 cup crumbled gorgonzola cheese
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 2 tablespoons white wine vinegar
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1/4 cup chopped walnuts (optional)
Directions
- In a small saucepan, heat olive oil over low heat. Add gorgonzola cheese and stir until melted and smooth.
- Add white wine vinegar, honey, Dijon mustard, salt, and pepper to the cheese mixture. Stir well to combine.
- In a large bowl, toss the baby greens with the warm gorgonzola dressing until evenly coated.
- Top the salad with chopped walnuts, if desired, for an extra crunch.
- Serve immediately and enjoy!
Interesting Facts
Gorgonzola cheese is a type of blue cheese that originated in Italy.
Baby greens are young, tender leaves of various vegetables like spinach, arugula, and lettuce.
The warm gorgonzola dressing adds a decadent touch to this simple salad.