Best Apple And Blue Cheese Salad Recipes

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APPLE, PECAN AND BLUE CHEESE SALAD



Apple, Pecan and Blue Cheese Salad image

Provided by Ree Drummond : Food Network

Categories     appetizer

Time 10m

Yield 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 10

12 ounces salad greens (spring mix)
1/2 cup dried cherries
1/2 cup pecan halves
6 ounces blue cheese chunks
2 whole apples, cored and sliced very thin
1/4 cup olive oil
1 tablespoon (heaping) Dijon
1 tablespoon maple syrup
1 teaspoon apple cider vinegar (or more to taste)
Salt and freshly ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Add the greens, cherries, pecans, cheese and apples into a large salad bowl.
  • Mix the olive oil, Dijon, maple syrup and vinegar in a small jar and sprinkle with and salt and pepper. Put the lid on the jar and shake well to mix.
  • Pour a little of the salad dressing over the top of the salad and toss to combine. Taste the salad and add more dressing to taste.

APPLE, BLUE CHEESE AND WALNUT SALAD



Apple, Blue Cheese and Walnut Salad image

Serve your family with this apple salad that's made with lettuce, spinach and nuts - a wonderful side dish.

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Side Dish

Time 25m

Yield 10

Number Of Ingredients 12

1/2 cup vegetable oil
6 tablespoons sugar
2 tablespoons white wine vinegar
1 tablespoon finely chopped red onion
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon ground mustard
1/4 to 1/2 teaspoon celery seed
1 large bunch romaine lettuce, torn into bite-size pieces (about 10 cups)
1 bag (6 oz) fresh baby spinach leaves
1 cup crumbled blue or Gorgonzola cheese (4 oz)
1 cup walnut halves, toasted
2 red apples, cut into bite-size pieces

Steps:

  • In medium bowl, mix all dressing ingredients with wire whisk until sugar is dissolved (dressing will be thick). Set aside.
  • In very large bowl, mix salad ingredients. Pour dressing over salad; toss to coat. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 263, Carbohydrate 16 1/2 g, Fat 3 1/2, Fiber 3 g, Protein 5 g, SaturatedFat 4 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 294 mg

CHOPPED APPLE SALAD WITH TOASTED WALNUTS, BLUE CHEESE AND POMEGRANATE VINAIGRETTE



Chopped Apple Salad With Toasted Walnuts, Blue Cheese and Pomegranate Vinaigrette image

Provided by Bobby Flay

Time 20m

Yield 6 to 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 13

4 apples such as Granny Smith, Gala or Fuji, cored and cut into 1/2-inch dice
2 ounces baby spinach
2 large heads Belgian endive, thinly sliced crosswise
1 1/2 cups walnuts, toasted and coarsely chopped
1/2 pound blue cheese (such as Maytag), crumbled (2 cups)
1 cup Pomegranate Vinaigrette (see below)
Kosher salt and freshly ground pepper
3 tablespoons pomegranate molasses
2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
1 heaping tablespoon dijon mustard
1 tablespoon honey, or more to taste
Kosher salt and freshly ground pepper
2/3 cup extra-virgin olive oil

Steps:

  • Combine the apples, spinach, endive, walnuts and blue cheese in a large bowl. Add the vinaigrette and toss to coat. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  • Whisk together the pomegranate molasses, vinegar, mustard and honey in a medium bowl. Season with salt and pepper. Slowly whisk in the olive oil until emulsified. The dressing can be made 2 days in advance and stored in a container with a tight-fitting lid in the refrigerator.

APPLE, PECAN, AND BLUE CHEESE SALAD WITH DRIED CHERRIES



Apple, Pecan, and Blue Cheese Salad With Dried Cherries image

Make and share this Apple, Pecan, and Blue Cheese Salad With Dried Cherries recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Sharon123

Categories     Salad Dressings

Time 15m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

12 ounces salad greens (spring Mix)
2 whole apples, Cored, Sliced Very Thin
1/2 cup pecan halves
1/4 cup dried cherries
6 ounces blue cheese, Cut Into Chunks
1 tablespoon heaping Dijon mustard
1 tablespoon maple syrup (more To Taste)
1 teaspoon apple cider vinegar (more To Taste)
1/4 cup olive oil
salt and pepper, to taste

Steps:

  • Add greens, apple slices, pecan halves, dried cherries, and blue cheese chunks into a large salad bowl.
  • In a small jar, mix Dijon, maple syrup, vinegar, olive oil, and salt and pepper. Put the lid on the jar and shake well to mix.
  • Pour a little salad dressing over the top of the salad and toss to combine. Taste salad and add more salad dressing to taste.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 215.5, Fat 17.5, SaturatedFat 5.3, Cholesterol 16, Sodium 331.2, Carbohydrate 10.6, Fiber 2.3, Sugar 6.9, Protein 5.9

FENNEL, APPLE, AND BLUE CHEESE SALAD



Fennel, Apple, and Blue Cheese Salad image

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Salad Recipes

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 tablespoon sherry-wine vinegar
Pinch of coarse salt
Pinch of freshly ground pepper
Pinch of sugar
3 tablespoons olive oil
3 ounces crumbled blue cheese, preferably Maytag Blue
1/3 cup toasted walnuts
1 medium bulb fennel, trimmed and very thinly sliced crosswise on a mandoline
1 medium Granny Smith apple, cored and very thinly sliced on a mandoline
1 head Boston lettuce, rinsed, torn into pieces, and spun dry

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, whisk to combine vinegar, salt, pepper, and sugar. While continuing to whisk, slowly drizzle in oil, until combined.
  • Add cheese, walnuts, fennel, and apple to the vinaigrette. Toss to combine. Add lettuce, and toss again. Transfer to a platter. Serve immediately.

FENNEL AND APPLE SALAD WITH BLUE CHEESE AND PECANS



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Make and share this Fennel and Apple Salad With Blue Cheese and Pecans recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Sugarmagnolia_fl

Categories     < 30 Mins

Time 30m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 1/2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
1 1/2 tablespoons white wine vinegar
1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
kosher salt
fresh ground black pepper
1 large fennel bulb, halved lengthwise, cored and sliced crosswise paper thin
1 tablespoon finely chopped fennel leaves
1 granny smith apple, peeled and cut into matchsticks
1 cup blue cheese, crumbled (about 4 ounces)
3/4 cup pecan halves, toasted

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, whisk the lemon juice, vinegar and mustard. Gradually whisk in the oil and season with salt and pepper.
  • Add the fennel fronds and apple and season with salt and pepper and toss. Garnish with blue cheese and pecans and serve right away.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 274.9, Fat 24.6, SaturatedFat 6.2, Cholesterol 16.9, Sodium 346.2, Carbohydrate 9.9, Fiber 3.3, Sugar 3.9, Protein 6.6

APPLE AND BLUE CHEESE SALAD



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This is our favorite salad . . . sometimes we just make a meal out of it! Note: I've found that the romaine is best (very crisp) if it's soaked in ice water for approximately 30 minutes, then spin dry. I use my Recipe #175543 however a good quality bottled blue cheese dressing can be substituted

Provided by Galley Wench

Categories     < 15 Mins

Time 10m

Yield 2-3 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 head romaine lettuce
1 granny smith apple, diced (or similar)
1/4 cup green onion, sliced
1/2 cup crumbled blue cheese
1/2 cup sliced almonds
1/4 cup craisins (dried cranberries)
2 tablespoons olive oil or 2 vegetable oil
1/4 cup mayonnaise
1 tablespoon fresh lime juice or 1 tablespoon lemon juice
1 tablespoon red wine vinegar
1/4 cup sour cream or 1/4 cup plain yogurt
2 -4 ounces blue cheese, crumbled into small pieces
1/4 teaspoon salt (to taste)
1 dash louisiana hot sauce (to taste) or 1 dash ground cayenne pepper (to taste)

Steps:

  • DRESSING:.
  • (See Recipe #175543).
  • In a small mixing bowl, beat together the oil and mayonnaise until completely blended.
  • Add the lime juice and beat some more.
  • Add vinegar and beat again.
  • Stir in sour cream, blue cheese, salt and hot sauce.
  • Serve over your favorite salad.
  • Will keep in the refrigerator for several weeks.
  • SALAD:.
  • In a large salad bowl mix together the lettuce, apples, onions and craisins.
  • Toss with salad dressing.
  • Serve on chilled plates, topped with almonds and blue cheese crumbles.

BRUSSELS SPROUT AND APPLE SALAD WITH BLUE CHEESE AND WALNUTS



Brussels Sprout and Apple Salad with Blue Cheese and Walnuts image

Categories     Salad     Cheese     Fruit     Nut     Vegetable     Steam     Thanksgiving     Blue Cheese     Apple     Walnut     Winter     Brussels Sprout     Christmas Eve     Bon Appétit

Yield Makes 30 servings

Number Of Ingredients 9

3 3/4 pounds small brussels sprouts, quartered through stem ends
1/4 cup Sherry wine vinegar
3 tablespoons mayonnaise
1 cup olive oil
9 large red-skinned apples, quartered, cored, cut into 1/2-inch pieces
1 1/2 cups chopped celery leaves
3 3/4 cups crumbled blue cheese
3 cups walnuts toasted, coarsely chopped
Radicchio leaves

Steps:

  • Steam brussels sprouts in batches until just tender, about 12 minutes. Transfer to colander; cool. Transfer to large bowl.
  • Mix vinegar and mayonnaise in small bowl. Gradually mix in oil. Season with salt and pepper. (Brussels sprouts and dressing can be made 1 day ahead. Cover; chill.) Add apples and celery leaves to brussels sprouts. Add dressing; toss to combine. Mix in cheese and walnuts. Season with salt and pepper. Line large bowls with radicchio leaves. Add salad; serve.

ASPARAGUS AND APPLE SALAD WITH BLUE CHEESE VINAIGRETTE



ASPARAGUS AND APPLE SALAD WITH BLUE CHEESE VINAIGRETTE image

Categories     Salad

Yield 8 Servings

Number Of Ingredients 12

1/4 cup (1 ounce) crumbled blue cheese
2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
2 tablespoons white vinegar
1 tablespoon water
1 teaspoon sugar
2 teaspoons Dijon mustard
1 teaspoon extra virgin olive oil
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
2 cups (2-inch) diagonally cut asparagus
4 cups torn butter lettuce
2 cups thinly sliced Gala apple

Steps:

  • Combine first 9 ingredients, stirring with a whisk. Cook asparagus in boiling water 1 minute. Drain and rinse under cold running water; drain. Combine the asparagus, lettuce, and apple in a large bowl. Drizzle with vinaigrette; toss gently to coat.

APPLE, PECAN, AND BLUE CHEESE SALAD WITH DRIED CHERRIES



APPLE, PECAN, AND BLUE CHEESE SALAD WITH DRIED CHERRIES image

Categories     Salad     Side     No-Cook     Lettuce

Yield 2 Servings

Number Of Ingredients 10

4 ounces, weight Salad Greens (spring Mix)
1/2 whole Apple, Cored And Sliced Very Thin
2 T cup Pecan Halves
1 T cup Dried Cherries
1.5 ounces, weight Blue Cheese, Cut Into Chunks
1 tsp Tablespoon (heaping) Dijon Mustard
1 tsp Tablespoon Maple Syrup (more To Taste)
Dash teaspoon Apple Cider Vinegar (more To Taste)
1 T cup Olive Oil
Salt And Pepper, to taste

Steps:

  • Add greens, apple slices, pecan halves, dried cherries, and blue cheese chunks into a large salad bowl. In a small jar, mix Dijon, maple syrup, vinegar, olive oil, and salt and pepper. Put the lid on the jar and shake well to mix. Pour a little salad dressing over the top of the salad and toss to combine. Taste salad and add more salad dressing to taste.

CHOPPED APPLE SALAD WITH TOASTED WALNUTS, BLUE CHEESE AND POMEGRANATE VINAIGRETTE



CHOPPED APPLE SALAD WITH TOASTED WALNUTS, BLUE CHEESE AND POMEGRANATE VINAIGRETTE image

Categories     Salad     Side     Apple

Yield 8 people

Number Of Ingredients 16

Pomegranate Vinaigrette:
1/4 cup pomegranate molasses
2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
1 heaping tablespoon Dijon mustard
1 tablespoon honey, or more to taste
Salt
Freshly ground black pepper
3/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil
Salad:
6 apples (Granny Smith, Gala, Fuji) any or a combination of all, skin left on, core removed and cut into 1/2-inch dice
2 cups baby spinach
2 heads endive, thinly sliced
1 cup toasted coarsely chopped walnuts
3/4 pound blue cheese, crumbled (recommended: Maytag, Danish, Cabrales)
Salt
Freshly ground black pepper

Steps:

  • For the vinaigrette: Whisk together the pomegranate molasses, vinegar, mustard, honey and salt and pepper in a medium bowl. Slowly whisk in the olive oil until emulsified. For the salad: Combine the apples, spinach, endive, walnuts and blue cheese in a large bowl. Add the vinaigrette and toss to coat, season with salt and pepper, to taste.

GLAZED WALNUT, APPLE, AND BLUE CHEESE SALAD



Glazed Walnut, Apple, and Blue Cheese Salad image

An easy salad to make using packaged (or homemade) glazed walnuts, fresh apples and salad greens, and Danish blue cheese. We especially love this salad drizzled with a nice creamy raspberry vinaigrette (such as Ghirard's brand dressing), but a Balsamic Fig dressing is also very nice. Enjoy! Recipe taken from Diamond Nut Toppings package (but I added a few things such as the craisins and coconut).

Provided by BecR2400

Categories     Greens

Time 10m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

6 cups baby greens, washed and dried
1 large apple, cored and cubed (Fuji or Braeburn work well)
1/2 cup crumbled blue cheese (can substitute gorgonzola, goat cheese, or any other tangy soft cheese)
3/4 cup glazed walnuts (such as Diamond Nut Toppings Glazed Walnuts)
4 tablespoons raspberry vinaigrette dressing
1/2 cup craisins (optional)
1/2 cup shredded coconut (optional)

Steps:

  • Add greens to bowl, top with apples and cheese and sprinkle with Glazed Walnuts.
  • Add the optional craisins and shredded coconut.
  • Drizzle with salad dressing, toss and serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 232, Fat 19.2, SaturatedFat 4.5, Cholesterol 12.7, Sodium 236.4, Carbohydrate 11.1, Fiber 2.8, Sugar 6.5, Protein 7.1

SCHNITZEL WITH APPLE, CELERY, ONION SALAD AND BLUE CHEESE



Schnitzel with Apple, Celery, Onion Salad and Blue Cheese image

This meal is perfect for the first cool nights of late summer.

Provided by Rachael Ray : Food Network

Categories     main-dish

Time 30m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 19

1 1/2 pounds boneless pork loin chops (4 or 5) or pork tenderloin, thinly sliced on bias OR use boneless, skinless chicken breast cutlets or thinly sliced beef top round or salted and drained eggplant steaks for vegetarian version
Salt and pepper
1 1/2 cups flour
4 eggs
2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
1 cup plain breadcrumbs
1 cup panko breadcrumbs
2 lemons, 1 zested and juiced and 1 cut into wedges
1 tablespoon dry/ground sage
1 tablespoon dry/ground thyme
1 tablespoon dry/ground parsley
About 1/2 teaspoon freshly grated nutmeg
Safflower frying oil or other innocuous cooking oil (about 1 cup)
6 to 7 cups coarsely chopped greens, such as gem, romaine and escarole combined
2 ribs celery with leafy tops, thinly sliced on bias
1 apple (Honeycrisp), quartered and thinly sliced
1/2 red or Vidalia onion, very thinly sliced
8 ounces smoked blue cheese, crumbled, or crumbled aged goat cheese for eggplant preparation
EVOO, about 3 tablespoons

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 275 degrees F. Place a wire rack over a foil-lined baking sheet.
  • Working on a gel board and using a short round mallet, pound the pork in slow even strokes into thin cutlets, about 1/8 inch thick. If the chops are 3/4 to 1 inch, butterfly them open horizontally, almost halving the chops, then pound evenly with mallet. Season meat with salt and pepper
  • In shallow dishes, arrange a breading station leading to the stove: flour, eggs whisked with Dijon mustard, breadcrumbs and panko seasoned with lemon zest, dry herbs and nutmeg.
  • Heat a large frying pan over medium to medium-high heat with about 1/8 inch oil.
  • Place the lettuces in a bowl. Add the celery, apple and onion with most of the blue cheese.
  • Coat 2 cutlets at a time: flour, shake off excess, eggs, breadcrumbs. Brown the cutlets 2 to 3 minutes on the first side, 2 minutes on second; transfer to the baking sheet and place in the oven. Repeat.
  • Dress the salad when ready to serve cutlets with lemon juice, EVOO, salt and pepper. Platter the schnitzel, top with salad and remaining blue cheese and serve with lemon wedges.

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Apple and blue cheese salad is a classic dish that combines fresh greens, tangy apples, and savory blue cheese. This salad is perfect as an appetizer or light meal, and it pairs well with a variety of other dishes.

Ingredients

The ingredients for apple and blue cheese salad can vary slightly depending on personal preference, but the following are the most common ingredients used:

  • Fresh mixed greens (such as spinach, arugula, and kale)
  • Sliced apples (such as Honeycrisp or Granny Smith)
  • Crumbled blue cheese
  • Sliced red onion
  • Candied walnuts or pecans
  • Balsamic vinaigrette dressing

Preparation

The preparation of apple and blue cheese salad is fairly simple and straightforward. The following steps outline how to make this delicious dish:

Step 1: Wash and dry the greens

Begin by washing and drying the mixed greens. Use a salad spinner or paper towels to remove excess water from the greens. Cut any large leaves into bite-sized pieces.

Step 2: Slice the apples

Next, slice the apples into thin wedges. Remove the core and seeds from the apples before slicing.

Step 3: Crumble the blue cheese

Crumbled blue cheese can be purchased pre-packaged, or it can be crumbled at home. Use a fork to crumble the blue cheese into small pieces.

Step 4: Slice the red onion

Thinly slice the red onion into rings or half-moons.

Step 5: Candied nuts (optional)

If you want to add candied nuts to your salad, you can purchase them pre-made or make them at home. To make candied nuts, melt 1/4 cup butter and 1/4 cup brown sugar in a saucepan over medium heat. Add 1 cup of chopped nuts (such as walnuts or pecans) to the pan and stir until evenly coated. Spread the nuts onto a baking sheet and bake at 350°F for 10-15 minutes, stirring occasionally, until golden brown.

Step 6: Dress the salad

Use a balsamic vinaigrette dressing to dress the salad. Drizzle the dressing over the greens, apples, blue cheese, and red onion. Toss the salad gently to coat evenly with the dressing.

Variations

Apple and blue cheese salad can be easily customized by adding or removing ingredients as desired. Some common variations of this dish include:

  • Adding sliced pears instead of or in addition to the apples
  • Using crumbled feta cheese instead of blue cheese
  • Adding grilled chicken or shrimp to make it a more substantial meal
  • Adding dried cranberries or cherries for a pop of sweetness
  • Using a different type of nut, such as almonds or cashews, in place of the walnuts or pecans

Conclusion

Apple and blue cheese salad is a delicious and healthy dish that is perfect for a light lunch or dinner. The combination of sweet apples, tangy blue cheese, and savory greens is sure to please even the pickiest eaters. With its simple preparation and endless variations, this salad is a must-try for anyone looking to add some variety and flavor to their meals.

Apple and Blue Cheese Salad: A Guide to Creating the Perfect Combination of Flavors When it comes to salads, there are endless possibilities. However, if you want to make a salad that is both satisfying and flavorful, you should consider making a salad with apples and blue cheese. This combination of ingredients provides a perfect balance of sweet, tart, salty, and creamy flavors that can make any salad irresistible. While creating an apple and blue cheese salad is relatively easy, there are a few tips you should keep in mind to ensure that your salad is both delicious and visually appealing. In this guide, we will provide you with valuable tips for making apple and blue cheese salad recipes that will leave your taste buds craving more. 1. Choose the Right Apples One of the most critical components of a good apple and blue cheese salad is the choice of apples. Choosing the right type of apple can make or break the salad's flavor and texture. When selecting apples for your salad, consider the texture, sweetness, and tartness. Honeycrisp, Gala, and Pink Lady apples are excellent choices since they are sweet and have a crispy texture. Granny Smith apples, on the other hand, are tart and crisp, making them perfect for adding an extra crunch to your salad. 2. Consider Adding Nuts Nuts add an extra crunch to your salad and a nutty flavor that complements the sweetness of the apples and the creamy flavor of the blue cheese. Almonds, pecans, and walnuts are excellent choices as they all have distinct flavors and textures that can enhance your salad's taste and appeal. Toasting the nuts will add an extra layer of flavor to your salad. Simply spread the nuts in a single layer on a baking sheet and bake them for 5-10 minutes at 350°F, or until they are lightly browned and fragrant. 3. Add a Sweetener If you find the blue cheese too strong or the apples too tart, adding a sweetener is an excellent solution. Honey, maple syrup, or agave nectar can add a subtle sweetness that balances out the salad's flavors. You can also add dried fruit such as cranberries, raisins, or apricots for an extra burst of sweetness. These dried fruits complement the apples and blue cheese well, and they can add a splash of color to your salad. 4. Experiment with Different Greens The foundation of every salad is the greens, and choosing the right type of greens can make a significant difference in your salad. While a simple lettuce mix can work, consider experimenting with different types of greens. Arugula, spinach, and kale are versatile greens that can add a unique flavor and texture to your salad. Arugula has a peppery flavor that complements the sweetness of the apples and the blue cheese's creaminess. Spinach has a mild flavor and a tender texture that can blend well with the other ingredients. Lastly, kale has a robust and hearty flavor that can provide a perfect balance to the sweet and tangy flavors of the salad. 5. Make Your Own Dressing The dressing is another essential component of your apple and blue cheese salad. While store-bought dressings are convenient, making your own dressing can provide a depth of flavor that can take your salad to the next level. A simple vinaigrette made with olive oil, apple cider vinegar, honey, and Dijon mustard is an excellent choice as it complements the flavors of the ingredients. Alternatively, you can use a creamy dressing like ranch or blue cheese dressing for an extra creamy kick. 6. Add Crunchy Toppings Adding some crunchy toppings to your salad can provide an excellent contrast to the soft and creamy ingredients. Croutons, bacon bits, or fried onions are all excellent choices as they add an extra layer of texture and flavor to your salad. Crunchy toppings like croutons can also absorb the dressing well, making them flavorful and satisfying to eat. However, be careful not to add too many crunchy toppings, as they can overpower the other ingredients. 7. Arrange Your Ingredients Visual appeal is just as crucial as taste when it comes to food. Arranging your ingredients properly can make your salad visually attractive and inviting. Start with the greens and add your toppings on top of them. Arrange the apples, nuts, and other ingredients in a way that creates a balanced and visually appealing dish. Drizzle the dressing on top or serve it on the side to ensure that the salad is evenly coated. Conclusion In conclusion, making apple and blue cheese salad recipes is a simple and delicious way to enjoy a healthy and flavorful meal. Choosing the right apples, adding nuts, sweeteners, and crunchy toppings, experimenting with different greens, making your own dressing, and arranging your ingredients are all valuable tips to keep in mind when creating your salad. With these tips, you can create a perfect combination of flavors and textures that can make your apple and blue cheese salad both satisfying and visually appealing.

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