How to Make Orange, Walnut, Gorgonzola and Mixed Greens Salad with Fresh Citrus Vinaigrette - A Step-by-Step Guide

Are you looking for a light and refreshing salad that is bursting with flavor? Look no further than this Orange, Walnut, Gorgonzola and Mixed Greens Salad with Fresh Citrus Vinaigrette. This salad is the perfect combination of sweet, tangy, and savory, making it a delightful addition to any meal or a satisfying stand-alone dish.

The star of this salad is the fresh citrus vinaigrette, which brings a bright and zesty note to the dish. The combination of orange and lemon juice, paired wi...

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Ingredients

  • ¾ cup walnut halves
  • 10 ounces mixed salad greens with arugula
  • 2 large navel oranges, peeled and sectioned
  • ½ cup sliced red onion
  • ¼ cup olive oil
  • ¼ cup vegetable oil
  • ⅔ cup orange juice
  • ¼ cup white sugar
  • 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
  • 2 teaspoons Dijon mustard
  • ¼ teaspoon dried oregano
  • ¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
  • ¼ cup crumbled Gorgonzola cheese

Information

  • Prep Time: 15 mins
  • Cook Time: 5 mins
  • Total Time: 20 mins
  • Servings: 6
  • Yield: 6 servings

  • Place the walnuts in a skillet over medium heat. Cook 5 minutes, stirring constantly, until lightly browned.
  • In a large bowl, toss the toasted walnuts, salad greens, oranges, and red onion.
  • In a large jar with a lid, mix the olive oil, vegetable oil, orange juice, sugar, vinegar, mustard, oregano, and pepper. Seal jar, and shake to mix.
  • Divide the salad greens mixture into individual servings. To serve, sprinkle with Gorgonzola cheese, and drizzle with the dressing mixture.
  • Nutrition

    368 cal.

    • Total Fat: 30g
    • Saturated Fat: 5g
    • Cholesterol: 8mg
    • Sodium: 128mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 23g
    • Dietary Fiber: 3g
    • Total Sugars: 17g
    • Protein: 5g
    • Vitamin C: 51mg
    • Calcium: 98mg
    • Iron: 1mg
    • Potassium: 316mg