Candied Walnut Gorgonzola Salad with Pears, Apples, or Cranberries
Ready to elevate your salad game? Try this delicious candied walnut and gorgonzola salad that’s perfect for shaking things up! The combination of crunchy walnuts and creamy gorgonzola takes center stage, but feel free to get creative by adding cranberries, pears, or apples for an extra burst of flavor. Let’s get tossing and make every meal exciting
Servings 4 servings
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup walnut pieces
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar I use extra fine
- 3 cups salad greens
- 1 cup slced pears, chopped apples, or cranberries
- 1/2 cup crumbled Gorgonzola cheese
Dressing
- 1 Tablespoon olive oil
- 1 Tablespoon raspberry vinaigrett
- 1 Tablespoon white vinegar
Instructions
- In a skillet over medium heat, toss in some walnuts and sugar. Keep stirring until the sugar melts into a beautiful light brown syrup that perfectly coats the nuts. Once done, spread them out on a cutting board or parchment paper to cool
- In a small bowl or measuring cup, combine the vinaigrette, vinegar, and olive oil. Once combined, drizzle this delicious dressing over your salad greens for a burst of flavor
- Sprinkle on top of your salad the gorgonzola cheese, candied walnuts, and cranberries / sliced pears / choopped apples