BLUE CHEESE ROMAINE SALAD

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A light lemon vinaigrette makes this salad deliciously different from all others. - Mindy Oswalt, Winnetka, California

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 25m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 12

1/2 cup pine nuts
1 tablespoon butter, melted
6 cups torn romaine
3/4 cup crumbled blue cheese
2 medium apples or pears, diced
LEMON VINAIGRETTE:
1/3 cup lemon juice
1 tablespoon brown sugar
1 garlic clove, peeled
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper
1/2 cup olive oil

Steps:

  • Combine pine nuts and butter; spread on a baking sheet. Bake at 350° for 4-6 minutes until golden brown, stirring once. Cool on a wire rack. In a large bowl, combine romaine and blue cheese. Add apples and pine nuts., In a food processor or blender, combine the lemon juice, brown sugar, garlic, salt and pepper; cover and process until smooth. While processing, gradually add oil in a steady stream. Drizzle over salad and toss to coat. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 347 calories, Fat 31g fat (8g saturated fat), Cholesterol 18mg cholesterol, Sodium 359mg sodium, Carbohydrate 14g carbohydrate (9g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 7g protein.

Tanjib Hassan
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I'm not a big fan of blue cheese, but I loved this salad. The dressing was creamy and flavorful, and the walnuts added a nice crunch.


Hidayat Khan
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This salad is a great way to use up leftover romaine lettuce. It's also a great make-ahead salad.


Mahogany Fair
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I love the combination of blue cheese and walnuts in this salad. It's so flavorful and delicious.


Yeison Valencia
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This salad is perfect for a summer party. It's light and refreshing, and the dressing is delicious.


matthew Patton
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I made this salad for my friends last weekend and they all loved it. The dressing is amazing and the salad is so easy to make. I will definitely be making this again.


Ndairiho Harryson
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This salad is delicious and refreshing. The blue cheese dressing is creamy and tangy, and the walnuts add a nice crunch. I will definitely be making this again.


M hassan Niazi
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This salad is so easy to make and it's always a hit. I love the creamy dressing and the crunch of the walnuts. It's the perfect salad for a weeknight dinner.


Danelle Louw
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I love blue cheese dressing and this salad is the perfect way to enjoy it. The romaine lettuce is crisp and fresh, and the walnuts add a nice crunch.


Tariq Daniyal
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This is a great salad for a party or potluck. It's easy to make ahead of time and it always gets rave reviews.


Julissa Beltran
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I made this salad for my family last night and they loved it. Even my picky kids ate it all up. The dressing is amazing and the salad is so easy to make.


Koketso Moepya
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This salad is so refreshing and delicious. I love the combination of flavors and textures. It's the perfect salad for a summer lunch or dinner.


eliyahsnothomerightnow
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I'm not a big fan of blue cheese, but I loved this salad. The dressing was creamy and flavorful, and the walnuts added a nice crunch. I will definitely be making this again.


Brandilyn Ballard
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This is my go-to salad recipe. It's simple, but it's always a crowd-pleaser. I love the tangy dressing and the crunch of the walnuts.


Lucy Gbondo
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I love this salad! It's so easy to make and it's always delicious. I usually add some grilled chicken or shrimp to it for a complete meal.


rakib mohammed
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This salad was a hit at my last dinner party. The combination of blue cheese, romaine lettuce, and walnuts was perfect. I will definitely be making this again.