Missy's Candied Walnut Gorgonzola Salad

Name: Missy's Candied Walnut Gorgonzola Salad
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 5 min
Total time: 10 min
Ingredients: 0.5 cup walnut halves; 0.25 cup sugar; 3 cups mixed greens; 0.5 cup dried cranberries; 0.5 cup crumbled Gorgonzola cheese; 1 tablespoon raspberry vinaigrette; 1 tablespoon white vinegar; 1 tablespoon olive oil

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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!

Recipe by MissyPorkChop

Updated on January 4, 2022

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Prep Time:

5 mins

Cook Time:

5 mins

Total Time:

10 mins

Servings:

4

Yield:

4 servings

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Ingredients

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

Directions

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 (per serving)

308	Calories
19g	Fat
29g	Carbs
7g	Protein

Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 4
Calories 308
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 19g	25%
Saturated Fat 5g	26%
Cholesterol 23mg	8%
Sodium 273mg	12%
Total Carbohydrate 29g	11%
Dietary Fiber 2g	8%
Total Sugars 24g
Protein 7g
Vitamin C 8mg	39%
Calcium 143mg	11%
Iron 1mg	4%
Potassium 149mg	3%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.