Green and Bleu Salad

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Green and Bleu Salad
Prep Time:
10 mins
Cook Time:
15 mins
Total Time:
25mins
Recipe by Administrator
Published on January 21, 2024

This Green and Bleu Salad is a refreshing and flavorful side dish perfect for any meal. Crisp greens, tangy bleu cheese, sweet fruit, and crunchy nuts are tossed together with a zesty homemade dressing. It's a healthy and satisfying salad that's easy to make and sure to impress.

Ingredients

  • 6 cups mixed salad greens
  • 1 cup crumbled bleu cheese
  • 1 cup sliced strawberries
  • 1/2 cup chopped walnuts
  • 1/4 cup balsamic vinegar
  • 2 tablespoons honey
  • 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
  • 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Directions

  1. In a large bowl, combine the salad greens, bleu cheese, sliced strawberries, and chopped walnuts.
  2. In a separate small bowl, whisk together the balsamic vinegar, honey, Dijon mustard, and olive oil until well combined.
  3. Drizzle the dressing over the salad mixture and toss to coat.
  4. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  5. Serve immediately and enjoy!

Interesting Facts

  • This salad is a great source of antioxidants and vitamins thanks to the fresh greens and strawberries.
  • Bleu cheese is a type of cheese that is aged with cultures of the mold Penicillium, giving it its characteristic blue veining.
  • Walnuts not only add a delicious crunch to the salad but are also rich in healthy fats and omega-3 fatty acids.