Best Greens With Gorgonzola Dressing Recipes

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



Orange, Walnut, Gorgonzola and Mixed Greens Salad with Fresh Citrus Vinaigrette image

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

MIXED GREENS WITH HONEY VINAIGRETTE AND GORGONZOLA



Mixed Greens with Honey Vinaigrette and Gorgonzola image

Categories     Salad     Leafy Green     No-Cook     Quick & Easy     Vinegar     Blue Cheese     Honey     Gourmet

Yield Serves 6

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 tablespoons Sherry vinegar (available at specialty foods shops and some supermarkets)
2 to 3 teaspoons honey
1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
1 small garlic clove, minced and mashed to a paste with 1/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon Dijon-style mustard
1/4 cup olive oil
8 cups torn mixed lettuce leaves
about 1/4 pound sweet Gorgonzola (available at specialty foods shops) or other fine-quality blue cheese, cut into 6 slices

Steps:

  • In a large bowl whisk together the vinegar, the honey to taste, the Worcestershire sauce, the garlic paste, the mustard, and salt and pepper to taste, add the oil in a stream, whisking, and whisk the dressing until it is emulsified. Add the lettuce, toss the salad well, and divide it among 6 salad plates. Arrange 1 slice of the Gorgonzola at the edge of each plate.

GREENS WITH GORGONZOLA DRESSING



Greens with Gorgonzola Dressing image

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.

ICEBERG WEDGES WITH PANCETTA GORGONZOLA DRESSING



Iceberg Wedges with Pancetta Gorgonzola Dressing image

Provided by Giada De Laurentiis

Categories     appetizer

Time 18m

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 teaspoons olive oil
4 ounces pancetta, cut into 1/4-inch pieces
2/3 cup buttermilk
1/2 cup sour cream
1 large garlic cloves or 2 small, minced
6 ounces crumbled Gorgonzola
Salt and freshly ground black pepper
1 head iceberg lettuce, cut into 6 wedges

Steps:

  • Heat the oil in a heavy medium skillet over medium heat. Add the pancetta and saute until crisp and golden, about 5 minutes. Using a slotted spoon, transfer the pancetta to a paper towel-lined plate to drain the excess oil.
  • Stir the buttermilk, sour cream, and garlic in a medium bowl to blend; mix 2/3 of the cheese. Season the dressing with salt and pepper, to taste.
  • (The dressing can be made up to 2 days ahead. Cover and refrigerate. Stir to blend before using, adding more milk to thin the sauce, if necessary.)
  • Arrange each of 6 lettuce wedges on 6 plates. Spoon the dressing over the lettuce. Sprinkle with the pancetta and remaining cheese and serve.

SWEET AND BITTER GREENS SALAD WITH GORGONZOLA BLUE CHEESE DRESSING



Sweet and Bitter Greens Salad with Gorgonzola Blue Cheese Dressing image

Provided by Rachael Ray : Food Network

Categories     appetizer

Time 12m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 heart romaine lettuce, chopped
1 bulb endive lettuce, chopped
1 bunch watercress, trimmed, 1 to 1 1/2 cups leaves
1 cup walnut pieces, toasted
1/3 cup extra-virgin olive oil, eyeball it
2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
1/2 cup Gorgonzola
1 pear, sliced
Salt and pepper

Steps:

  • Combine the lettuce and walnuts. In a small bowl, whisk oil into vinegar. Stir in the cheese and pear slices. Toss salad and season with salt and pepper, to your taste.

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

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

GORGONZOLA SALAD DRESSING / DIP



Gorgonzola Salad Dressing / Dip image

Delicious on a crisp green salad... or use with fresh veggie dippers for an appetizer tray. It's good with Buffalo Style chicken wings, too! Cook time is chilling time in refrigerator.

Provided by luvmybge

Categories     Salad Dressings

Time 1h5m

Yield 2 Cups, 8-10 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

3/4 cup gorgonzola, crumbled
3/4 cup mayonnaise
1/4 cup sour cream
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1 tablespoon dried parsley
1 teaspoon dried onion flakes
1 clove garlic, pressed or minced
1 pinch white pepper

Steps:

  • Mix all ingredients together with hand mixer.
  • Refrigerate to blend flavors.
  • Use as dip or salad dressing.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 148, Fat 12.5, SaturatedFat 4.4, Cholesterol 18.4, Sodium 337.9, Carbohydrate 6.4, Fiber 0.1, Sugar 1.6, Protein 3.2

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