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Missy's Candied Walnut Gorgonzola Salad

Missy's Candied Walnut Gorgonzola Salad

Cost $8, save $7

Source: Recommended by CookPal

  • 5 Min
  • 4 Servings
  • $8

INGREDIENTS

  • Nuts & Sugars

    • 🌰 ½ cup walnut halves
    • 🍬 ¼ cup sugar

  • Greens and Vegetables

    • 3 cups mixed greens

  • Toppings

    • 🍇 ½ cup dried cranberries
    • 🧀 ½ cup crumbled Gorgonzola cheese

  • Dressings

    • 1 tablespoon raspberry vinaigrette
    • 1 tablespoon white vinegar
    • 1 tablespoon olive oil

STEPS

1

Place walnuts and sugar in a skillet over medium heat, stirring constantly until the sugar dissolves into a light brown liquid and coats the walnuts.

2

Remove walnuts from skillet, and spread them out on a sheet of aluminum foil to cool.

3

Place in a large salad bowl the mixed greens, cranberries, cheese, vinaigrette, vinegar, and olive oil.

4

Toss gently; add candied walnuts, and toss again to combine.

NUTRIENTS

Per 1 serving

🔥

308

Calories

  • 7
    Protein
  • 29
    Carbs
  • 19
    Fats

💡 For best results, prepare the candied walnuts fresh just before serving.You can replace Gorgonzola cheese with blue cheese or feta for a different flavor profile.Use pre-washed mixed greens to save preparation time.Adjust the sweetness by using a different ratio of sugar for the candied walnuts.