Best Baby Blue Salad Recipes

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BABY GREENS, PEAR, WALNUT, AND BLUE CHEESE SALAD



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An easy Baby Greens Salad recipe

Categories     Salad     Fruit     Leafy Green     Mustard     Nut     Side     No-Cook     Quick & Easy     Blue Cheese     Pear     Walnut     Fall     Bon Appétit     Vegetarian     Pescatarian     Wheat/Gluten-Free     Peanut Free     Soy Free     No Sugar Added     Kosher

Yield Makes 6 first-course servings

Number Of Ingredients 9

3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
1 medium shallot, minced
1 1/2 teaspoons chopped fresh thyme
1/2 cup olive oil
1 5-ounce bag mixed baby greens
2 large ripe pears, halved, cored, thinly sliced lengthwise
1 cup crumbled blue cheese
1 cup walnuts, toasted, coarsely chopped

Steps:

  • Whisk first 4 ingredients in small bowl to blend. Gradually whisk in oil. Season dressing to taste with salt and pepper.
  • Toss greens in large bowl with enough dressing to coat. Divide greens among 6 plates. Top with pear slices, dividing equally. Sprinkle with cheese and walnuts. Drizzle lightly with remaining dressing and serve.

BABY BLUE SALAD



Baby Blue Salad image

This came from Southern Living -- one of their prize recipes. It takes a little time to prepare -- but most of the prep time can be done well in advance. This is a very special salad and absolutely perfect for a special occasion. I never worry about guests not liking the salad when this is on the menu.

Provided by Bobbie

Categories     < 60 Mins

Time 1h

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 18

3/4 lb mixed salad green, of your choice
4 ounces blue cheese, crumbled (I prefer Feta cheese)
2 oranges, peeled and thinly sliced
1 pint fresh strawberries, quartered and sliced
1/2 cup balsamic vinegar
3 tablespoons Dijon mustard
3 tablespoons honey
2 garlic cloves, minced
2 small shallots, minced
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1 cup olive oil
1/4 cup sugar
1 cup warm water
1 cup pecan halves
2 tablespoons sugar
1 tablespoon chili powder
1/8 teaspoon ground red pepper

Steps:

  • For the Balsamic Vinaigrette, whisk together all ingredients except olive oil until thoroughly blended. Gradually whisk in olive oil. Makes 1 2/3 cups.
  • For the Sweet and Spicy Pecans, stir together ¼ Celsius sugar and warm water until sugar is dissolved. Add pecans; soak for 10 minutes. Drain, discarding syrup. Combine 2 T. sugar. Chili powder, and pepper. Add pecans, tossing to coat. Place pecans on lightly greased baking sheet.* Bake at 350 for 10 minutes, stirring once.
  • To assemble salad: Toss greens with some of the Balsamic Vinaigrette. Arrange on 6 plates. Arrange orange slices, berries, pecans and cheese over greens. Drizzle some additional dressing over salad and serve.
  • If strawberries are not in season, I've substituted kiwi fruit -- I'm sure there are many fruits that you could use.
  • *Note: I always line my baking sheet/pan with parchment paper -- the pecans get pretty sticky while baking and it sure makes the clean-up a snap.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 633.3, Fat 54, SaturatedFat 9.6, Cholesterol 14.2, Sodium 460.5, Carbohydrate 36.1, Fiber 4.6, Sugar 29.1, Protein 7

BABY GREENS, PEAR, WALNUT AND BLUE CHEESE SALAD



Baby Greens, Pear, Walnut and Blue Cheese Salad image

Make and share this Baby Greens, Pear, Walnut and Blue Cheese Salad recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Kathy

Categories     < 15 Mins

Time 10m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

3 tablespoons lemon juice
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
1 medium shallot, minced
1 1/2 teaspoons chopped fresh thyme
1/2 cup olive oil
1 (5 ounce) bag mixed baby greens
2 large pears, sliced
1 cup crumbled blue cheese
1 cup toasted and chopped walnuts

Steps:

  • Whisk first 4 ingredients in small bowl to blend. Gradually whisk in oil. Season dressing to taste with salt and pepper.
  • Toss greens in large bowl with enough dressing to coat.
  • Divide greens among 6 plates.
  • Top with pear slices, dividing equally.
  • Sprinkle with cheese and walnuts.
  • Drizzle lightly with remaining dressing and serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 415.3, Fat 37.4, SaturatedFat 7.9, Cholesterol 16.9, Sodium 344.1, Carbohydrate 16, Fiber 3.8, Sugar 8.3, Protein 8.3

BABY BLUE SALAD AND DRESSING



BABY BLUE SALAD AND DRESSING image

Categories     Salad     Vegetable     No-Cook

Number Of Ingredients 16

1 cup Balsamic Vinegar
1/3 cup Dijon Mustard
1/3 cup honey
2 T. Garlic
2 T. Fresh shallots
3 cups olive oil
Salt and Pepper
1 1/2 lb. Baby Lettace
6 oz. blue cheese crumbled
4 large oranges peeled
2 pints strawberries
6 oz sweet and spicy pecans
6 oz. pecans
3 T white sugar
1 T chilli Powder
1/2 t. ground chillis

Steps:

  • Whisk dressing together Mix spiced nuts and roast 10 min. at 350. Mix all together~~

BABY GREENS SALAD WITH STRAWBERRIES AND BLUE CHEESE



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This recipe is for a super salad. The fresh puree in the dressing makes it divine. The balance of sweet strawberries and somewhat tart blue cheese makes every morsel flavorful. Fun to serve anytime. It was quickly eaten in our home. It comes from the Wisconsin Milk Board. Great for any day. If you don't like baby greens sub in romaine. or butter lettuce. Enjoy! ChefDLH

Provided by ChefDLH

Categories     Strawberry

Time 25m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

5 medium strawberries (washed and hulled, from 1-pound container)
2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar (plus extra for berry puree)
1/3 cup fruity extra virgin olive oil
3/4 tablespoon sugar
1 (6 ounce) bag salad greens (baby bitter greens mixture i.e spinach, arugula, mache, watercress or all spinach 5 ounces)
remaining strawberry, sliced
1/3 cup packaged oven-roasted sliced almonds
4 ounces wisconsin blue cheese, crumbled

Steps:

  • Make the dressing.
  • Whirl the 3 to 5 strawberries in a blender with a dash of balsamic vinegar until puréed (or mash by hand).
  • In a small bowl, whisk the 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar, olive oil and sugar until well blended. Whisk in pureed berries.
  • Place greens in salad bowl. Add desired amount of dressing and toss.
  • Add almond slices and Blue cheese and lightly toss.
  • Serve immediately.

BABY BLUE SPINACH SALAD



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Make and share this Baby Blue Spinach Salad recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Parsley

Categories     Berries

Time 10m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

8 ounces Baby Spinach
1 cup blueberries, washed
1/2 cup sliced vidalia onion, use any sweet onion
1/2 cup sliced almonds
4 ounces crumbled gorgonzola, use favorite blue cheese
3 tablespoons cider vinegar
1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
2 teaspoons Dijon mustard
1 -2 teaspoon sugar
1 teaspoon tarragon
1/4 teaspoon salt
fresh ground black pepper

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, toss together the baby spinach, blueberries, onions, almonds, and crumbled gorgonzola cheese.
  • In a small bowl, whisk together the vinegar, oil, dijon, sugar, tarragon and salt.
  • Pour dressing over salad and toss to coat.
  • Sprinkle with freshly ground black pepper.
  • Serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 224.9, Fat 18.6, SaturatedFat 5.1, Cholesterol 14.2, Sodium 411.4, Carbohydrate 9.3, Fiber 2.7, Sugar 4.3, Protein 7.2

BALSAMIC VINAIGRETTE FOR BABY BLUE SALAD



BALSAMIC VINAIGRETTE FOR BABY BLUE SALAD image

Categories     Salad     Lettuce

Yield 20 servings

Number Of Ingredients 8

1/2 cup balsamic vinegar
3T Dijon mustard
3T honey
2 large garlic cloves, minced
2 small shallots, minced
1/4 tsp. salt
1/4 tsp. pepper
1 cup olive oil

Steps:

  • Whisk together first 7 ingredients until blended. Gradually add olive oil in a slow steady stream, whisking constantly until blended. Keeps in refrigerator for a week or so.

BABY BLUE SALAD



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Categories     Salad     Side     No-Cook     Quick & Easy     Healthy     Lettuce

Yield 2 servings

Number Of Ingredients 6

mixed greens
1 bartlett pear - thin slices
8 strawberries
1/4 cup blue cheese
1/4 dup pecans
Balsamic Vinaigrette

Steps:

  • Place mixed greens in a bowl. Top with pear slices, strawberries, blue cheese and pecans. Serve with Balsamic Vinaigrette

BABY BLUE SALAD



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For ease, make the Sweet-and-Spicy Pecans and Balsamic Vinaigrette ahead of time.

Number Of Ingredients 21

2 (5-ounce) bags mixed spring salad greens
4 ounces crumbled blue cheese
2 oranges, peeled and sectioned
1 pint fresh strawberries, quartered
1 cup sweet-and-spicy pecans
2
1 cup balsamic vinegar
6 tablespoons dijon mustard
6 tablespoons honey
4 garlic cloves, peeled and minced
4 small shallots, peeled and minced
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
2 cups olive oil
2
1/2 cup sugar
2 cups warm water
2 cups pecan halves
4 tablespoons sugar
2 tablespoons chili powder
1/4 teaspoon ground red pepper

Steps:

  • Toss together first 5 ingredients in a large bowl. Drizzle with 1/2 cup Balsamic Vinaigrette, gently tossing to coat. Serve with remaining vinaigrette For the Balsamic Vinaigrette, whisk together all ingredients except olive oil until thoroughly blended. Gradually whisk in olive oil. Makes 1 2/3 cups. For the Sweet and Spicy Pecans, stir together ¼ Celsius sugar and warm water until sugar is dissolved. Add pecans; soak for 10 minutes. Drain, discarding syrup. Combine 2 T. sugar. Chili powder, and pepper. Add pecans, tossing to coat. Place pecans on lightly greased baking sheet.* Bake at 350 for 10 minutes, stirring once.

GRILLED CHICKEN, TOMATO AND BABY GREENS SALAD WITH BLUE CHEESE



Grilled Chicken, Tomato and Baby Greens Salad with Blue Cheese image

Grilled chicken is sliced and tossed with fresh salad greens, tomatoes, bacon bits and blue cheese, then dressed with creamy blue cheese dressing.

Provided by Dole

Categories     Trusted Brands: Recipes and Tips     Dole

Time 30m

Yield 3

Number Of Ingredients 9

¾ pound boneless, skinless chicken breast halves
Olive oil
Salt and ground black pepper, to taste
1 (7.75 ounce) package DOLE® Extra Veggie™ with Grape Tomatoes
1 avocado, peeled and cubed
2 slices bacon, cooked, drained and crumbled
1 hard-cooked egg, peeled and chopped
¼ cup crumbled blue cheese
Bottled blue cheese dressing, to taste

Steps:

  • Heat grill to medium-high heat.
  • Brush chicken with oil; season with salt and pepper, to taste. Grill 8 to 12 minutes or until no longer pink in the center (165 degrees F), turning once. Cool chicken enough to handle; slice into thin strips.
  • Combine salad blend, tomatoes from pouch, cooked sliced chicken, avocado, bacon, egg and blue cheese in large bowl. Toss with blue cheese dressing, to taste.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 508.2 calories, Carbohydrate 9.9 g, Cholesterol 144.2 mg, Fat 36.8 g, Fiber 5.4 g, Protein 35.6 g, SaturatedFat 9.3 g, Sodium 596.2 mg, Sugar 2.8 g

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