This gourmet bleu cheese salad is a delightful blend of flavors and textures. Crisp fresh greens are paired with creamy bleu cheese, crunchy walnuts, sweet dried cranberries, and tangy balsamic vinaigrette. This salad is a perfect combination of sweet, savory, and tangy notes that will leave your taste buds begging for more.
Ingredients
- 6 cups mixed salad greens
- 1/2 cup crumbled bleu cheese
- 1/4 cup chopped walnuts
- 1/4 cup dried cranberries
- 1/4 cup balsamic vinaigrette
- Salt and pepper to taste
Directions
- In a large salad bowl, combine the mixed salad greens, bleu cheese, walnuts, and dried cranberries.
- Drizzle the balsamic vinaigrette over the salad and toss gently to coat.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Serve immediately and enjoy!
Interesting Facts
Bleu cheese is known for its strong and tangy flavor, which pairs beautifully with sweet and nutty ingredients in salads.
Walnuts add a satisfying crunch and healthy fats to this salad.
Dried cranberries provide a burst of sweetness and tartness that complements the other flavors in the dish.