Best 4 Dried Cherry Walnut And Gorgonzola Salad Recipes

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Calling all salad lovers! Prepare to tantalize your taste buds with a culinary delight that combines sweet, savory, and crunchy textures in perfect harmony – the Dried Cherry, Walnut, and Gorgonzola Salad. This vibrant salad boasts a delightful medley of flavors and textures that will elevate your lunch or dinner spread. With a symphony of dried cherries, walnuts, crisp greens, and creamy gorgonzola cheese, each bite offers a unique and satisfying experience. Not only is this salad a flavor sensation, but it's also packed with essential nutrients, making it a healthy and indulgent choice. Join us on a culinary journey as we explore this delightful salad, along with three additional flavor-packed variations that will leave you craving for more.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

MISSY'S CANDIED WALNUT GORGONZOLA SALAD



Missy's Candied Walnut Gorgonzola Salad image

A yummy, easy salad with candied walnuts, cranberries, Gorgonzola cheese, mixed greens, and a raspberry vinaigrette. It's always a big hit and is requested by my friends and family constantly! Even my picky fiance!

Provided by MissyPorkChop

Categories     Salad     Green Salad Recipes     Spinach Salad Recipes

Time 10m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 8

½ cup walnut halves
¼ cup sugar
3 cups mixed greens
½ cup dried cranberries
½ cup crumbled Gorgonzola cheese
1 tablespoon raspberry vinaigrette
1 tablespoon white vinegar
1 tablespoon olive oil

Steps:

  • Place walnuts and sugar in a skillet over medium heat, stirring constantly until the sugar dissolves into a light brown liquid and coats the walnuts. Remove walnuts from skillet, and spread them out on a sheet of aluminum foil to cool.
  • Place in a large salad bowl the mixed greens, cranberries, cheese, vinaigrette, vinegar, and olive oil. Toss gently; add candied walnuts, and toss again.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 307.7 calories, Carbohydrate 29.4 g, Cholesterol 22.5 mg, Fat 19.2 g, Fiber 2.3 g, Protein 7.4 g, SaturatedFat 5.1 g, Sodium 273.4 mg, Sugar 24.2 g

MICHIGAN CHERRY SALAD



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This recipe reminds me what I love about my home state: picking apples with my children, buying greens at the farmers market and tasting cherries on vacations. -Jennifer Gilbert, Brighton, Michigan

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 15m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 12

7 ounces fresh baby spinach (about 9 cups)
3 ounces spring mix salad greens (about 5 cups)
1 large apple, chopped
1/2 cup coarsely chopped pecans, toasted
1/2 cup dried cherries
1/4 cup crumbled Gorgonzola cheese
1/4 cup fresh raspberries
1/4 cup red wine vinegar
3 tablespoons cider vinegar
3 tablespoons cherry preserves
1 tablespoon sugar
2 tablespoons olive oil

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine the first 6 ingredients., Place raspberries, vinegars, preserves and sugar in a blender. While processing, gradually add oil in a steady stream. Drizzle over salad; toss to coat.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 172 calories, Fat 10g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 3mg cholesterol, Sodium 78mg sodium, Carbohydrate 21g carbohydrate (16g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 3g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

DRIED CHERRY, WALNUT AND GORGONZOLA SALAD



Dried Cherry, Walnut and Gorgonzola Salad image

15 minutes and two steps is all it takes to toss together a cheesy and nutty lettuce salad.

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Lunch

Time 15m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 tablespoon white wine vinegar
2 teaspoons mayonnaise or salad dressing
1/2 teaspoon Dijon mustard
1/4 teaspoon salt
Dash of pepper
3 tablespoons olive or vegetable oil
1 bag (10 ounces) romaine and leaf lettuce salad mix (about 4 cups)
1/2 cup dried cherries
1/2 cup crumbled Gorgonzola cheese (2 ounces)
1/2 cup coarsely chopped walnuts

Steps:

  • Beat vinegar, mayonnaise, mustard, salt and pepper in small bowl with wire whisk until blended. Gradually beat in oil until well blended. Cover and refrigerate until serving.
  • Just before serving, place lettuce in large bowl. Pour dressing over lettuce; toss. Divide lettuce among serving plates. Sprinkle with cherries, cheese and walnuts.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 220, Carbohydrate 17 g, Cholesterol 10 mg, Fat 5, Fiber 3 g, Protein 7 g, SaturatedFat 5 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 390 mg

GORGONZOLA AND TOASTED WALNUT SALAD



Gorgonzola and Toasted Walnut Salad image

This salad couldn't be simpler and will be a hit with blue cheese lovers. Pecans can be substituted for the walnuts. Cooking time is for the time it takes to toast the walnuts in a 325 degree oven for a few minutes.

Provided by Hey Jude

Categories     Cheese

Time 20m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

10 ounces mesclun or 10 ounces baby greens, washed and dried
3/4 cup gorgonzola, finely crumbled
1 cup walnuts, toasted and coarsely chopped
1 cup extra virgin olive oil
4 tablespoons white wine vinegar
2 tablespoons lemon juice
2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
1 clove garlic, minced
sea salt
fresh ground pepper

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine lettuce with cheese and walnuts.
  • Combine and whisk together dressing ingredients.
  • Toss salad with enough dressing to coat but avoid over-dressing.
  • Serve.

Tips:

  • To remove pits from cherries, use a cherry pitter or a small knife to cut around the pit and remove it.
  • If you don't have gorgonzola cheese, you can substitute another type of blue cheese, such as Roquefort or Stilton.
  • Toasting the walnuts will enhance their flavor and make them more crunchy.
  • Using a variety of greens in your salad will give it a more complex flavor and texture.
  • Serve the salad immediately after dressing it, as the dressing will wilt the greens if it sits for too long.

Conclusion:

This dried cherry, walnut, and gorgonzola salad is a delicious and easy-to-make salad that is perfect for any occasion. The sweet and tart cherries, crunchy walnuts, and creamy gorgonzola cheese are a perfect combination of flavors and textures. This salad is also a good source of vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants.

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