PORTOBELLO-SPINACH SALAD

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This salad could make a great entree as well as a side. The combination of the onions and the portobello mushrooms is so delicious, further enhanced by the flavorful dressing.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Lunch

Time 20m

Yield 2 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 14

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Ingredients

4-1/2 teaspoons balsamic vinegar
2 tablespoons plus 1-1/2 teaspoons olive oil
1-1/2 teaspoons minced fresh basil or 1/2 teaspoon dried basil
1-1/2 teaspoons Dijon mustard
1 small garlic clove, minced
1/8 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper
SALAD:
1 large portobello mushroom, sliced
1 small onion, thinly sliced
1 tablespoon olive oil
2 cups fresh baby spinach
1/2 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
2 tablespoons crumbled Gorgonzola cheese

Steps:

In a small bowl, whisk the first seven ingredients; set aside., In a large skillet, saute mushroom and onion in oil until tender. In a serving bowl, combine the spinach, mushroom mixture and tomatoes. Drizzle with dressing; toss to coat. Sprinkle with cheese.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 290 calories, Fat 26g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 6mg cholesterol, Sodium 367mg sodium, Carbohydrate 12g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 4g protein.