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Blue Cheese, Walnut, and Chicory Salad Recipe

Blue Cheese, Walnut, and Chicory Salad Recipe
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4.8 from 15 reviews

This Blue Cheese, Walnut, and Chicory Salad is a delightful mix of bitter chicory leaves, creamy blue cheese, crunchy walnuts, and sweet apple slices, all tossed in a tangy vinaigrette. It’s a perfect balance of flavors and textures that makes for a refreshing and satisfying salad.

Ingredients

Chicory Leaves:

4 cups torn into bite-size pieces

Blue Cheese:

1/2 cup crumbled

Walnuts:

1/2 cup toasted

Red Apple:

1 small thinly sliced

Dried Cranberries:

2 tbsp

Extra-Virgin Olive Oil:

3 tbsp

Red Wine Vinegar:

1 tbsp

Dijon Mustard:

1 tsp

Honey:

1/2 tsp

Salt:

1/4 tsp

Black Pepper:

1/8 tsp

Instructions

  1. Combine Ingredients: In a large salad bowl, combine chicory leaves, blue cheese, walnuts, apple slices, and dried cranberries.
  2. Prepare Dressing: In a small bowl or jar, whisk together olive oil, red wine vinegar, Dijon mustard, honey, salt, and black pepper until emulsified.
  3. Toss and Serve: Drizzle dressing over the salad and toss gently to combine. Serve immediately.

Notes

  • For added crunch, use candied walnuts.
  • This salad pairs well with roasted meats or can be served as a starter for a holiday meal.
  • If you prefer a milder cheese, substitute Gorgonzola or goat cheese.

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