SPINACH SALAD WITH SWEET ROASTED PECANS AND GORGONZOLA WITH SHERRY SHALLOT VINAIGRETTE

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Spinach Salad with Sweet Roasted Pecans and Gorgonzola with Sherry Shallot Vinaigrette image

Provided by Dave Lieberman

Time 15m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 package triple-washed spinach
3 to 4 handfuls pecan halves
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
A few pinches sugar
A few pinches salt
1/2 cup olive oil
1/4 cup sherry vinegar
2 small shallots, minced
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
1 small wedge Gorgonzola, crumbled (about 2 ounces)

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 400 degrees F.
  • Place spinach in serving bowl.
  • Toss pecans with vegetable oil, sugar and salt. Lay out on baking sheet. Roast until shade darker and aromatic, about 7 to 8 minutes. Set aside.
  • Make dressing by combining olive oil, vinegar, shallots and salt and pepper in a bowl and whisking together or place in sealable container and shake.
  • Toss spinach with dressing, Gorgonzola and pecans.

Drone Luizy
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I would definitely recommend this salad to anyone looking for a healthy and delicious recipe.


M Gamer 1230
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This salad is a great way to get your daily dose of fruits and vegetables.


Luyanda Cetywayo
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I'm not a huge fan of spinach, but I loved this salad. The roasted pecans and gorgonzola cheese really make it.


Aluphe Mpengezi
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The sherry shallot vinaigrette is the perfect dressing for this salad. It's light and flavorful, and it doesn't overpower the other ingredients.


Malwande Ndebele
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This salad is a great way to use up leftover roasted pecans. I always have a bag of roasted pecans in my freezer and this is a great way to use them up.


George Socatsi
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I love that this salad is so versatile. I can add or remove ingredients depending on what I have on hand.


Jeanalli Lapointe
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This salad is a great make-ahead salad. I usually make it the night before and it's even better the next day.


Doost Zaheer
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I've made this salad several times and it's always a hit. It's a great way to get my kids to eat their vegetables.


SaadAli Ali
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This salad is so refreshing and flavorful. It's the perfect salad for a summer lunch or dinner.


AR
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I love the combination of sweet and savory in this salad. The roasted pecans and gorgonzola cheese are a perfect match.


M.d Kawosar
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I made this salad for a picnic and it was perfect! It's easy to transport and it held up well in the heat.


Micheal Afrane Obeng
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This salad is a great way to use up leftover spinach. I always have a bunch of spinach in my fridge, and this is a great way to use it up before it goes bad.


Nafees Ahmad
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I'm not usually a fan of gorgonzola cheese, but it worked really well in this salad. It added a nice sharpness that balanced out the sweetness of the pecans.


Adouani Dhia
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The dressing is amazing! I used a combination of sherry vinegar and white wine vinegar, and it was the perfect balance of sweet and tangy.


nizar ali
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This salad is so easy to make, but it looks and tastes like it came from a fancy restaurant. I love that I can make it ahead of time, which makes it perfect for busy weeknights.


Aminatou Jallow
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I made this salad for a dinner party and it was a hit! Everyone loved the combination of flavors and textures. I will definitely be making it again.


Alfred Van Der Merwe
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The flavors in this salad are incredible! The roasted pecans add a sweet and nutty crunch, while the gorgonzola cheese provides a creamy and tangy contrast. The sherry shallot vinaigrette is the perfect finishing touch, adding a delicious depth of fl