Best Blueberry Spinach Salad With Chicken Pecans And Bleu Cheese Recipes

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BLUEBERRY SPINACH SALAD



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Spinach, blueberries, and blue cheese in a raspberry vinegar dressing may sound like a strange combination but give it a try.

Provided by Charlotte J

Categories     Spinach

Time 10m

Yield 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

1/2 cup vegetable oil
1/4 cup raspberry vinegar
2 teaspoons Dijon mustard
1 teaspoon sugar
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 (10 ounce) package fresh spinach, torn
4 ounces blue cheese, crumbled
1 cup fresh blueberries
1/2 cup chopped pecans, toasted

Steps:

  • In a jar with tight-fitting lid, combine first five ingredients and shake well.
  • In a large salad bowl, toss the spinach, blue cheese, blueberries and pecans.
  • Add dressing and toss gently.
  • Serve immediately.

BLUEBERRY SPINACH SALAD WITH CHICKEN, PECANS AND BLEU CHEESE



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Make and share this Blueberry Spinach Salad With Chicken, Pecans and Bleu Cheese recipe from Food.com.

Provided by susie cooks

Categories     < 15 Mins

Time 15m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

8 cups Baby Spinach
12 leaves radicchio, for garnish
1/2 cup pecan pieces, toasted
1 cup blueberries
1/2 cup blue cheese, crumbled
3 chicken breast halves, cooked and sliced across the grain
1 shallot, minced
1 cup blueberries
3 tablespoons sugar
2 teaspoons salt
1/3 cup raspberry vinegar
1 cup vegetable oil

Steps:

  • Divide spinach among 4 plates. Garnish each plate with radicchio leaves.
  • Top spinach with pecans, blueberries, bleu cheese and chicken slices.
  • Prepare vinaigrette:.
  • Whisk together shallot, bleuberries, sugar, salt, raspberry vinegar and vegetable oil.
  • Drizzle over salad.
  • There will be some dressing leftover. Store in the refrigerator and use within a few days.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 830.7, Fat 74.7, SaturatedFat 12.6, Cholesterol 47.5, Sodium 1486.5, Carbohydrate 26.6, Fiber 4.6, Sugar 17.8, Protein 18.9

BLUEBERRY CHICKEN SALAD



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On weekday mornings, I whip up this fun chicken and blueberry combination in minutes to take for lunch. It also works as a nice light salad for a summer supper, and it's a cinch to double it for a shower or potluck. -Kari Caven, Coeur d'Alene, ID

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 15m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 cups fresh blueberries
2 cups cubed cooked chicken breast
3/4 cup chopped celery
1/2 cup diced sweet red pepper
1/2 cup thinly sliced green onions
3/4 cup lemon yogurt
3 tablespoons mayonnaise
1/2 teaspoon salt
Bibb lettuce leaves, optional

Steps:

  • Set aside a few blueberries for topping salad. In a large bowl, combine chicken, celery, red pepper, green onions and remaining blueberries. In a small bowl, mix yogurt, mayonnaise and salt. Add to chicken mixture; gently toss to coat. , Refrigerate until serving. If desired, serve over lettuce. Top with reserved blueberries.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 277 calories, Fat 11g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 60mg cholesterol, Sodium 441mg sodium, Carbohydrate 21g carbohydrate (16g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 23g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

BLUEBERRY SPINACH SALAD



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A lovely salad with fresh blueberries, candied pecans, and blue cheese. The homemade salad dressing is the best and brings the flavors together nicely!

Provided by Kathi Crawford

Categories     Salad     Green Salad Recipes     Spinach Salad Recipes

Time 10m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 8

3 tablespoons red wine vinegar
½ cup olive oil
1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
1 teaspoon white sugar
1 pound fresh spinach
1 pint fresh blueberries
4 ounces crumbled blue cheese
4 ounces candied pecans

Steps:

  • Combine vinegar, oil, mustard, and sugar in a jar with a tight-fitting lid; shake well.
  • Toss spinach, blueberries, blue cheese, and candied pecans in a large salad bowl. Drizzle with dressing and toss gently; serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 374.6 calories, Carbohydrate 19.2 g, Cholesterol 14.2 mg, Fat 28.6 g, Fiber 4.9 g, Protein 13.2 g, SaturatedFat 7 g, Sodium 439.5 mg, Sugar 9.4 g

NANTUCKET BLEU SPINACH SALAD



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This is a wonderful salad--I get asked for the recipe every time I serve it! It's from the Redwood Grill in Houston, Tx. and has become their signature dish. I also think it would be terrific with raspberries substituted for the blueberries!

Provided by Leslie in Texas

Categories     Vegetable

Time 20m

Yield 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 shallot, minced
1/2 pint fresh blueberries
1 teaspoon salt
3 tablespoons sugar
1/3 cup raspberry vinegar
1 cup vegetable oil
1 -2 bag ready to eat Baby Spinach
1 pint fresh blueberries
2/3 cup blue cheese, crumbled
1/2 cup chopped and toasted pecans

Steps:

  • For vinaigrette: Combine shallot, blueberries, salt, sugar, vinegar, and oil in electric blender container; blend until smooth.
  • For salad: In large bowl combine spinach, blueberries, cheese, and pecans.
  • Toss with generous amount of vinaigrette and serve.

SPINACH SALAD WITH GRILLED CHICKEN & BLUEBERRIES



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I have been craving this awesome salad that my friend and I had at a restaurant in Houston. I could not find the recipe so I tried my best to recreate it. Fresh and yummy, this combo is a nice change of pace!

Provided by Mamas Kitchen Hope

Categories     Chicken Breast

Time 10m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 14

24 ounces chicken breasts, cooked, preferably grilled
8 cups torn fresh spinach or 8 cups mixed salad greens
2 cups blueberries (fresh)
2 tablespoons red onions, thinly sliced
2 tablespoons sunflower seeds (combo of nuts is great too) or 2 tablespoons sliced almonds (combo of nuts is great too)
2 tablespoons raisins
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
2 tablespoons vinegar, sweet flavored -try any berry flavor or 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
4 1/2 teaspoons sugar
1/2 teaspoon dill weed
1 pinch salt, to taste
1 pinch garlic powder, to taste
1 pinch dry mustard, to taste
fresh cracked pepper, to taste

Steps:

  • In a jar or container with cover combine the dressing ingredients and shake well. Refrigerate to chill until ready to serve.
  • Wash fruit and veggies and dry completely. Dressing will not adhere if greens are wet.
  • Combine the spinach, blueberries, onion, sunflower kernels, nuts and raisins in a large bowl.
  • Slice chicken into strips and place on top of greens.
  • Pour chilled dressing over salad and gently toss.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 471.4, Fat 25.3, SaturatedFat 5.7, Cholesterol 108.9, Sodium 195.5, Carbohydrate 23, Fiber 3.8, Sugar 15.6, Protein 38.9

BLEU CHEESE AND ROASTED PECAN SALAD



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Make and share this Bleu Cheese and Roasted Pecan Salad recipe from Food.com.

Provided by mary winecoff

Categories     Salad Dressings

Time 20m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

4 cups lettuce (red, butter, romaine etc.)
1/2 granny smith apple, thinly sliced
1/4 cup pecans, roasted
1/4 cup blue cheese
1/2 cup extra virgin olive oil
1/4 cup balsamic vinegar
3 tablespoons lemon juice
1 garlic clove, minced
1/2 teaspoon hot sauce
1/8 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper

Steps:

  • Place the greens on salad plates.
  • Add the apple slices, then sprinkle pecans and cheese over each.
  • Whisk the remaining ingredients together and sprinkle over salads.

SPINACH BLUEBERRY SALAD



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Blueberries are a fun surprise in this salad. I received the recipe from a co-worker's wife, and it's become one of my favorites. -Heidi Gilleland, Lees Summit, Missouri

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch     Side Dishes

Time 15m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 10

1/4 cup raspberry vinegar
2 teaspoons Dijon mustard
1 teaspoon sugar
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup canola oil
SALAD:
12 cups fresh baby spinach (about 10 ounces)
1 cup fresh blueberries
1 cup (4 ounces) crumbled blue cheese
1/2 cup chopped pecans, toasted

Steps:

  • Mix first four ingredients; gradually whisk in oil until blended. In a large bowl, combine salad ingredients; toss with dressing.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 254 calories, Fat 24g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 13mg cholesterol, Sodium 407mg sodium, Carbohydrate 6g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 6g protein.

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