Best Baby Greens And Grapes With Gorgonzola Vinaigrette Recipes

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BABY GREENS WITH GRAPES, PECANS AND GORGONZOLA



Baby Greens with Grapes, Pecans and Gorgonzola image

Provided by Food Network

Time 30m

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 tablespoons butter
1/4 cup brown sugar
1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon water
1 cup pecan halves
1/2 cup extra virgin olive oil
3 tablespoons white wine vinegar
4 oz. wt. gorgonzola cheese, crumbled (about 1 cup crumbled)
1/4 teaspoon black pepper, ground
8 oz. wt. baby greens salad mix, or a mix of your favorite lettuces (about 6 big handfuls)
2 cups California seedless grapes, separated and rinsed

Steps:

  • Butter a metal cookie sheet and set aside. In non-stick frypan, combine first set of ingredients. Bring to boil over medium-high heat. Stir until sugar is dissolved, about 2 minutes. Mixture will be bubbly and foamy looking (BE CAREFUL THIS IS EXTREMELY HOT!) Add pecan halves and stir while cooking for one and 1/2 minutes. Remove pecans to cookie sheet and spread to separate. Let cool thoroughly. Whisk together dressing ingredients until combined. To assemble salad, toss greens with grapes, nuts and vinaigrette.
  • Nuts can be done in advance, keep stored in airtight container. Dressing can be made in advance and stored refrigerated.
  • Nutritional Stats: Calories 458; Protein 6.5g; Carbohydrate 23g; Fat 40g; Calories from Fat 75%; Saturated Fat 9g; Cholesterol 31mg; Fiber 2.6g; Sodium 592mg

BABY GREENS WITH PEARS, GORGONZOLA AND PECANS



Baby Greens With Pears, Gorgonzola and Pecans image

Young tender baby greens, topped with slices of mellow ripe pears with a sprinkling of Gorgonzola and toasted pecans. The flavors are enhanced by the Honey Mustard Dressing. This salad goes well with pork or chicken.

Provided by PaulaG

Categories     Cheese

Time 20m

Yield 2 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 -3 ounces mixed baby greens
1/2 ripe pear, cored, sliced thin
1/4 cup pecans, toasted, coarse chopped
4 tablespoons gorgonzola, crumbled
1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
1 tablespoon rice vinegar
2 tablespoons honey
2 teaspoons Dijon mustard
1 tablespoon walnut oil
salt
pepper

Steps:

  • Place all the dressing ingredients in a small container with a tight fitting lid and shake vigorously to blend.
  • Add salt and pepper to taste.
  • If not serving immediately, place the dressing in refrigerator. Before serving, allow the dressing to sit at room temperature for 30 minutes.
  • Layer chilled salad plates with the baby greens and top with thinly sliced pears.
  • Sprinkle with toasted pecans and cheese, drizzle with dressing as desired.
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 321.4, Fat 21.7, SaturatedFat 4.6, Cholesterol 12.7, Sodium 295.4, Carbohydrate 30.1, Fiber 3.3, Sugar 24.7, Protein 5.4

JUST LIKE DEWEY'S CANDIED WALNUT AND GRAPE SALAD



Just Like Dewey's Candied Walnut and Grape Salad image

Perfect for special occasions, but simple enough to make every night. Has a lovely citrus basil vinaigrette that goes well with this salad as well as others. Taste's just like the salad they serve at Dewey's Pizza in Cincinnati, Ohio.

Provided by PalatablePastime

Categories     Cheese

Time 10m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 14

5 cups baby romaine leaves or 5 cups mesclun
1/2 cup red seedless grapes, halved
3 1/2 ounces quality gorgonzola, crumbled
1/2 cup candied walnuts or 1/2 cup candied pecans, halves (may purchase or make Candied Walnuts)
1/3 cup fresh orange juice
2 tablespoons lemon juice
2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
1 tablespoon aged balsamic vinegar
1 tablespoon fresh basil, minced
1 tablespoon brown sugar
1 clove garlic, minced
1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
1/4 teaspoon kosher salt
1/8 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Place baby romaine leaves in a salad bowl and top with sliced grapes, candied nuts and crumbled gorgonzola (if making your own candied nuts do this step first so they have a moment to cool).
  • Whisk together orange juice, lemon juice, olive oil, balsamic vinegar, brown sugar, garlic, basil, dijon mustard, salt and pepper in a small bowl.
  • Serve dressing with salad.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 210.3, Fat 14.4, SaturatedFat 5.6, Cholesterol 18.6, Sodium 518.4, Carbohydrate 15, Fiber 2.8, Sugar 10.3, Protein 7.2

BABY GREENS WITH A WARM GORGONZOLA DRESSING



Baby Greens with a Warm Gorgonzola Dressing image

This was the result of an attempt to imitate a salad dressing at a restaurant. I did modify it to include bacon and I serve it warm. The dressing is also fantastic over gnocchi or tortellini.

Provided by Cheri

Categories     Salad     Green Salad Recipes     Mixed Greens Salad Recipes

Time 30m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 9

4 slices bacon
¾ cup olive oil
⅓ cup red wine vinegar
¼ cup white sugar
1 teaspoon salt
1 clove garlic, minced
2 ounces crumbled Gorgonzola cheese
6 cups mixed baby greens
2 tablespoons toasted sliced almonds

Steps:

  • Place the bacon in a large, deep skillet, and cook over medium-high heat, turning occasionally, until evenly browned, about 10 minutes. Drain the bacon slices on a paper towel-lined plate; crumble and set aside.
  • Combine the olive oil, red wine vinegar, white sugar, salt, garlic, and Gorgonzola cheese in a blender; blend until smooth. Pour the dressing into a small saucepan over medium-low heat and warm gently.
  • Toss the baby greens, almonds, and crumbled bacon together in a salad bowl; drizzle dressing over salad and toss to coat. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 361.9 calories, Carbohydrate 11.6 g, Cholesterol 16.6 mg, Fat 33.3 g, Fiber 1.4 g, Protein 5.6 g, SaturatedFat 6.3 g, Sodium 634.1 mg, Sugar 8.8 g

MIXED BABY GREENS AND AVOCADO W LEMON DIJON VINAIGRETTE DRESSING



Mixed Baby Greens and Avocado W Lemon Dijon Vinaigrette Dressing image

Bright flavors! This is a modification of a Barefoot Contessa recipe. Hers called for endive and more avocados, serving one avocado per person. Mine is more of a tossed and assembled salad using baby greens and fewer avocados. It is a highly requested favorite around our home!

Provided by Leopard Apron

Categories     Vegetable

Time 10m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 1/2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
2 tablespoons lemon juice, freshly squeezed
4 tablespoons olive oil
3/4 teaspoon kosher salt
1/4 teaspoon ground pepper, freshly ground
1 (8 ounce) bag mixed baby greens
2 avocados, ripe and sliced into wedges
parmesan cheese, shavings if desired (to garnish)

Steps:

  • Whisk together mustard, lemon juice, olive oil, salt & pepper to make a viniagrette.
  • Pour about 3/4 of viniagrette into large bowl. Add baby greens mix and toss to combine. If serving family-style, add avocados and lightly toss to coat avocados. For individual servings, place dressed greens onto plate, place 4-6 avocado wedges on greens. Sprinkle with ground black pepper & parmesan shavings, if desired. Serve extra dressing on the side for those wanting more -- .

Nutrition Facts : Calories 285.9, Fat 28.5, SaturatedFat 4, Sodium 398.3, Carbohydrate 9.5, Fiber 7, Sugar 0.9, Protein 2.3

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