Best Baby Greens With A Warm Gorgonzola Dressing Recipes

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BABY GREENS WITH GRAPES, PECANS AND GORGONZOLA



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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

FIELD SALAD



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This easy salad recipe will thrill all of your guests! A bowl of mixed greens is adorned with bits of apple, chopped walnuts, and Gorgonzola or feta cheese, and tossed with a prepared raspberry vinaigrette.

Provided by Candice Brosnan

Categories     Salad     Green Salad Recipes     Mixed Greens Salad Recipes

Time 10m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 5

8 ounces mixed salad greens
¾ cup chopped walnuts
8 ounces Gorgonzola cheese, crumbled
2 each tart green apples, cored and diced
½ (8 ounce) bottle raspberry vinaigrette salad dressing

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine salad greens, walnuts, cheese, and apples. Toss with raspberry vinaigrette, and serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 416.1 calories, Carbohydrate 21.5 g, Cholesterol 60 mg, Fat 30.4 g, Fiber 4 g, Protein 16.4 g, SaturatedFat 11.4 g, Sodium 913 mg, Sugar 16.3 g

MIXED BABY GREENS WITH BALSAMIC VINAIGRETTE



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Here's a classic greens salad with vinaigrette. Check out the variation tips for making three other great tasting salads.

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Lunch

Time 20m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 9

1/3 cup olive or vegetable oil
1/4 cup balsamic or red wine vinegar
2 tablespoons sugar
1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
1 clove garlic, finely chopped
1 bag (10 ounces) mixed baby greens or Italian-blend salad greens
1 avocado, pitted, peeled and sliced
1/3 cup pistachio nuts
1/4 cup dried cranberries

Steps:

  • In small bowl, beat all Balsamic Vinaigrette ingredients with wire whisk until smooth.
  • In serving bowl, toss vinaigrette and all Salad ingredients just before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 235, Carbohydrate 14 g, Cholesterol 0 mg, Fat 3 1/2, Fiber 3 g, Protein 3 g, SaturatedFat 3 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 35 mg

BABY GREENS AND GRAPES WITH GORGONZOLA VINAIGRETTE



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I love salads with textures, colour and flavour. This salad has it all! The pecans alone are wonderful....you would be lucky if you have enough to serve without eating them before hand!!

Provided by Abby Girl

Categories     < 30 Mins

Time 30m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 14

1/3 cup olive oil
2 tablespoons white wine vinegar
2 ounces gorgonzola
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 garlic clove, minced
2 tablespoons butter, melted
1/4 cup brown sugar
1/2 teaspoon cayenne
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon water
1 cup pecan halves
6 cups mixed baby greens
2 cups green grapes, rinsed, cut in 1/2 or 2 cups sweet black grapes

Steps:

  • Pecans: Spray cookie sheet with "Pam" In frying pan, combine first set of ingredients except for pecans.
  • Bring to boil over medium high heat.
  • Stir until sugar is dissolved, about 2 minutes. Mixture will be bubbly and foamy looking, and very hot.
  • Add pecans and stir while cooking fo 1-1/2 minutes.
  • Spoon pecans onto cookie sheet and spread out to separate; let cool.
  • Dressing: In a blender, combine ingredients.
  • To Serve: Combine salad greens with just enough dressing to coat (may have leftovers).
  • Divide onto plates and top with pecans.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 358.4, Fat 30.5, SaturatedFat 6.9, Cholesterol 17.3, Sodium 557.4, Carbohydrate 20.9, Fiber 2.1, Sugar 17.4, Protein 4

GREENS WITH GORGONZOLA DRESSING



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Categories     Salad

Yield 4 to 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 7

1/4 cup creamy Gorgonzola cheese (about 2 ounces)
1/4 cup milk
2 tablespoons sour cream
1/2 garlic clove, minced
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
10 ounces bibb, iceberg, or Romaine lettuce in bite-size pieces(about 6 cups)

Steps:

  • Combine all the ingredients except the greens in a blender or a food processor. Pulse a few times to combine, then blend until smooth.
  • Place the greens in a salad bowl and pour the dressing over the greens. Toss to coat and serve immediately.

ORANGE, WALNUT, GORGONZOLA AND MIXED GREENS SALAD WITH FRESH CITRUS VINAIGRETTE



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A tasty summery salad made with fresh oranges, red onions, glazed walnuts, and Gorgonzola cheese, then topped with a homemade citrus vinaigrette! Easy and delicious!

Provided by FAITHFUL96

Categories     Side Dish     Sauces and Condiments Recipes     Salad Dressing Recipes     Vinaigrette Dressing Recipes

Time 20m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 13

¾ cup walnut halves
10 ounces mixed salad greens with arugula
2 large navel oranges, peeled and sectioned
½ cup sliced red onion
¼ cup olive oil
¼ cup vegetable oil
⅔ cup orange juice
¼ cup white sugar
2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
2 teaspoons Dijon mustard
¼ teaspoon dried oregano
¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
¼ cup crumbled Gorgonzola cheese

Steps:

  • Place the walnuts in a skillet over medium heat. Cook 5 minutes, stirring constantly, until lightly browned.
  • In a large bowl, toss the toasted walnuts, salad greens, oranges, and red onion.
  • In a large jar with a lid, mix the olive oil, vegetable oil, orange juice, sugar, vinegar, mustard, oregano, and pepper. Seal jar, and shake to mix.
  • Divide the salad greens mixture into individual servings. To serve, sprinkle with Gorgonzola cheese, and drizzle with the dressing mixture.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 368.4 calories, Carbohydrate 22.9 g, Cholesterol 7.5 mg, Fat 30.1 g, Fiber 3 g, Protein 5.2 g, SaturatedFat 4.9 g, Sodium 127.8 mg, Sugar 16.7 g

BABY GREENS WITH MAPLE DIJON DRESSING



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Baby Greens topped with Mushrooms, Pine Nuts, Bacon, cheese and apples topped with Maple Dijon dressing.

Provided by Rita1652

Categories     Cheese

Time 10m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 14

7 ounces baby greens
4 button mushrooms, sliced
1/4-1/3 cup pine nuts, toasted
3 slices bacon, cooked and crumbled
1/3 cup monterey jack cheese or 1/3 cup blue cheese
1 small Red Delicious apple, diced
1/4 cup light olive oil
1/2 cup salad oil
2 1/2 tablespoons dijon-style mustard
3 tablespoons maple syrup
2 tablespoons vinegar
1/4 cup half-and-half
1 dash salt
1 garlic clove

Steps:

  • Place ingredients in bowl starting with the first thought to the last.
  • Blend together all dressing ingredients. Add a teaspoon more of vinegar or mustard if you like a sharper taste. The dressing gets better overnight and keeps for 4 to 5 days. Top salad with Maple Dijon dressing.

BABY GREENS WITH PEARS, GORGONZOLA AND PECANS



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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

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