Indulge in a symphony of flavors with our Apple Gorgonzola Salad with Red Wine Vinaigrette, a dish that artfully combines sweet, tangy, and savory elements. Crisp Granny Smith apples and crumbled Gorgonzola cheese create a delightful contrast of textures, while candied walnuts add a touch of crunch and sweetness. Dressed in a vibrant red wine vinaigrette, this salad is a perfect balance of bold and delicate flavors.
For those seeking a vegan alternative, our Vegan Caesar Salad is a delightful option. Creamy and tangy, this dressing is made with silken tofu, nutritional yeast, and tahini, providing a rich and satisfying flavor without any dairy. Paired with crunchy romaine lettuce, croutons, and a sprinkle of vegan Parmesan, this salad is a guilt-free indulgence.
If you're in the mood for a warm and comforting dish, our Creamy Chicken and Mushroom Skillet is a must-try. Tender chicken breasts are cooked in a creamy sauce made with sautéed mushrooms, garlic, and herbs. Served over a bed of egg noodles, this skillet meal is perfect for a cozy dinner or a quick weeknight meal.
And for those with a sweet tooth, our Chocolate Chip Banana Bread is a classic treat with a moist and flavorful crumb. Loaded with chocolate chips and ripe bananas, this bread is a delightful indulgence for breakfast, dessert, or a midday snack.
So, embark on a culinary journey with our diverse selection of recipes, each offering a unique and satisfying experience.
APPLE GORGONZOLA SALAD (BUCA DI BEPPO COPYCAT)
Have you had the Apple Gorgonzola Salad from Buca di Beppo? This copycat recipe is spot on! Fresh romaine lettuce tossed in a delicious homemade Italian vinaigrette, topped with dried cranberries, spiced walnuts, gorgonzola, and Granny Smith Apples!
Provided by Karen
Categories Salad
Time 1h30m
Number Of Ingredients 19
Steps:
- Start by making the candied walnuts. Preheat your oven to 225. Line a large baking sheet with foil.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the egg white and water until foamy, about 30 seconds.
- Add the walnuts and stir to coat.
- Add the walnuts to a strainer in your sink. Try to prop it up on something so that the walnuts can drain, and leave it there for 2-3 minutes.
- Meanwhile in a large ziplock, shake together sugar, cinnamon, and allspice. Add the egg white-coated walnuts, seal, and shake. Make sure they all get coated really well.
- Dump the walnuts on the prepared pan and spread them out in a single layer, breaking up clumps.
- Bake at 225 for 1 hour. Stir every 15 minutes.
- Remove from the oven and let cool completely.
- In a blender, add the white wine vinegar, oregano, mustard, salt, pepper, garlic, and red onion (if you think you can eyeball it pretty well, you don't have to finely mince it first, just throw in what looks like it will be 2 tablespoons minced. Be conservative!)
- Blend together. Open the spout while the blender is running and slowly pour in 3/4 cup olive oil. Set aside.
- Wash and chop the lettuce into bite size pieces, drying it in a salad spinner if you have one. (I love my salad spinner. It's so fun!)
- Core the apples. Chop one into bite size pieces, and thinly slice the other one. Put them immediately in a medium bowl with the lemon juice, stirring to coat. (This is to prevent browning, and is only necessary if you are interested in pretty presentation.)
- Add all the romaine to a large serving bowl. Add at least 1/2 cup of the dressing, or more. Stir to coat. Add the chopped apples, 1/2 to 1 cup candied walnuts, most of the gorgonzola, and most of the cranberries. Toss together.
- Top the salad with additional walnuts, gorgonzola, and cranberries. Layer the sliced apples on top however you like.
Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 1 cup, Calories 536 kcal, Fat 43 g, SaturatedFat 7 g, Cholesterol 8 mg, Sodium 455 mg, Carbohydrate 36 g, Fiber 6 g, Sugar 27 g, Protein 8 g, UnsaturatedFat 34 g
APPLE AND WALNUT SALAD
This apple walnut salad delivers sweet and tangy flavor to simple salad greens with a quick apple cider vinaigrette, cranberries and Gorgonzola cheese. -Taste of Home Test Kitchen, Milwaukee, Wisconsin
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Lunch
Time 20m
Yield 12 servings (1 cup each).
Number Of Ingredients 15
Steps:
- In a salad bowl, combine the first eight ingredients., In a small bowl, whisk the cider, vinegar, honey, salt and pepper; gradually whisk in oil. Drizzle over salad; toss to coat. Serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 155 calories, Fat 10g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 8mg cholesterol, Sodium 187mg sodium, Carbohydrate 13g carbohydrate (9g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 4g protein.
APPLE AND GORGONZOLA SALAD
This dressing is one my Grandmother used to make. I added the Gorgonzola. I mistakenly marinated the apples in the dressing for a few hours one day and it tasted so good, I do it every time now.
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Lunch
Time 15m
Yield 2 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- In a small bowl, whisk the cream, vinegar, salt and pepper. Stir in the apple and cheese. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour., Divide endive between two plates; top with apple mixture.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 358 calories, Fat 30g fat (20g saturated fat), Cholesterol 107mg cholesterol, Sodium 709mg sodium, Carbohydrate 16g carbohydrate (7g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 8g protein.
VINAIGRETTE FOR GREEN SALAD
Steps:
- In a small bowl, whisk together the mustard, garlic, vinegar, 1 teaspoon salt, and 1/2 teaspoon pepper. While whisking, slowly add the olive oil until the vinaigrette is emulsified.
- Place the salad greens in a medium bowl and add enough dressing to moisten. Sprinkle with a little extra salt and pepper, if desired, and serve immediately.
APPLE GORGONZOLA SALAD
I recreated this at home after having a very similar salad at Buca di Beppo (an Italian family style restaurant). Ingredient amounts are approximate, because I simply toss in the amount that "looks" right. But, the combination of ingredients are soooo good. I think even the most inexperienced can throw this together without explicit instructions... :) Oh, for the Spiced Walnuts, try something similar to Chef #159145' Recipe #139127.
Provided by gypsysoul
Categories < 15 Mins
Time 15m
Yield 4-6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- toss all ingredients together and enjoy!
- play with the ingredient amount to find what suits your tastes!
Nutrition Facts : Calories 243.1, Fat 16.3, SaturatedFat 5, Cholesterol 15.9, Sodium 310.5, Carbohydrate 19.8, Fiber 6.9, Sugar 10.4, Protein 9
APPLE GORGONZOLA SALAD WITH BALSAMIC VINAIGRETTE
My take on the apple gorgonzola salad at Buca di Beppo. I have also made the dressing using Apple Cider Vinegar in place of the Balsamic with excellent results. It is a family and friend favorite!
Provided by Cook4_6
Categories Salad Dressings
Time 25m
Yield 16 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 17
Steps:
- If using proscuitto, lay very thin slices on baking sheet in a single layer and bake at 350 degrees for 10 minutes, watching so it doesn't burn.
- To toast walnuts, place on baking sheet in a single layer and bake at 350 degrees for 5-10 minutes, watching so they don't burn.
- Toss lettuces, apples, walnuts, cranberries, gorgonzola cheese and proscuitto.
- To prepare dressing, combine anchovy paste, vinegar, water, oregano, salt, pepper, garlic, sugar, cornstarch, and 1/4 cup parmesan cheese into blender (or use an emulsion blender). Mix in blender; slowly adding 1 cup oil. Refrigerate until ready to use.
- Combine salad and dressing, serve.
Tips:
- For a sweeter salad, use sweeter apples, such as Fuji or Honeycrisp.
- If you don't have red wine vinegar, you can substitute white wine vinegar or balsamic vinegar.
- To make the salad ahead of time, toss the apples and walnuts with the vinaigrette and refrigerate for up to 1 hour. Add the Gorgonzola cheese just before serving.
- This salad is also delicious with roasted butternut squash or roasted sweet potatoes.
- For a vegetarian or vegan salad, omit the Gorgonzola cheese and add crumbled tofu or tempeh instead.
Conclusion:
Apple Gorgonzola Salad with Red Wine Vinaigrette is a delicious and easy-to-make salad that is perfect for a light lunch or dinner. The sweet apples, tangy Gorgonzola cheese, and nutty walnuts are tossed in a flavorful red wine vinaigrette. This salad is sure to please everyone at your table.
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