BLUE CHEESE TOSSED SALAD

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"The combination of creamy blue cheese, tart apples and tangy lime dressing in this unique, easy salad keeps people asking for the recipe," says Heather Koetsier, Grand Rapids, Michigan.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 20m

Yield 10-12 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 17

1/2 cup sliced almonds
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1 tablespoon butter
1 package (10 ounces) hearts of romaine salad mix
1 cup (4 ounces) crumbled blue cheese
1 medium red apple, chopped
1 teaspoon grated lime zest
DRESSING:
1/2 cup olive oil
1-1/2 teaspoons balsamic vinegar
1/2 teaspoon minced garlic
1/2 teaspoon lime juice
1/2 teaspoon grated lime zest
1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
1/4 teaspoon ground coriander
1/8 teaspoon white pepper

Steps:

  • In a small skillet over medium heat, cook the almonds, salt and pepper in butter for 5-6 minutes or until toasted, stirring occasionally. Drain on paper towels. , In a large bowl, combine the romaine, blue cheese, apple, lime zest and almonds. In a jar with a tight-fitting lid, combine the dressing ingredients; shake well. Drizzle over salad and toss to coat.

Nutrition Facts :

Rk C
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This salad is the perfect way to use up leftover bacon. It's also a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables.


Fatima Saeed
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I'm always looking for new salad recipes and this one is definitely a keeper. It's so flavorful and easy to make.


Donald Ray Thomas
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This salad is so easy to make and it's always a hit. I love that I can use whatever greens I have on hand.


Rabindra Bohora Official
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I made this salad for a party last weekend and it was a huge success. Everyone loved it!


Turay Fullamatu
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This is the best blue cheese salad I've ever had. The dressing is so creamy and flavorful, and the salad is so fresh and crisp.


Samad Zakhmi
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I'm not a big fan of blue cheese, but I loved this salad! The dressing was so well-balanced and the salad was so fresh.


Rogelio Chavez
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This salad is the perfect summer dish. It's light and refreshing, and the dressing is to die for.


Bheemji Veer
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I love this recipe! The blue cheese dressing is so creamy and delicious. I always add a little extra bacon to mine.


Storm Johnson
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This salad is my new go-to! It's so easy to make and it's always a crowd-pleaser.


Stephen Donkor
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I tried this recipe last night and it was a hit! The dressing was so flavorful and the salad was so refreshing.