NECTARINE AND BLUE CHEESE SALAD WITH PLUM VINAIGRETTE

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Nectarine and Blue Cheese Salad with Plum Vinaigrette image

Provided by Susan Spungen

Categories     Salad     Cheese     Fruit     Vegetarian     High Fiber     Lunch     Blue Cheese     Nectarine     Plum     Almond     Summer     Low Cholesterol     Lettuce     Bon Appétit     Pescatarian     Wheat/Gluten-Free     Peanut Free     Soy Free     No Sugar Added     Kosher

Yield Makes 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 black plums, halved, pitted, chopped
1/2 cup extra-virgin olive oil
4 teaspoons ume plum vinegar or red wine vinegar
Kosher salt, freshly ground pepper
12 cups (lightly packed) mixed greens (such as arugula and frisée)
4 nectarines or peaches, halved, pitted, cut into eighths
8 ounces firm blue cheese, such as Cabrales, sliced
1/2 cup almonds, preferably Marcona
Ingredient info: Ume plum vinegar (also called umeboshi vinegar) can be found at Asian markets, natural foods stores, and some supermarkets. Marcona almonds are available at natural foods and specialty foods stores.

Steps:

  • Bring plums and 3/4 cup water to a boil in a small saucepan. Reduce heat to medium-high and simmer, stirring occasionally and mashing plums with the back of a spoon, until plums have completely broken down, about 15 minutes.
  • Pour plum mixture through a fine-mesh sieve set over a small bowl, pressing on solids to extract as much purée as possible; discard solids in sieve. Let purée cool.
  • Add oil, vinegar, and 2 tablespoons water to purée; whisk to blend. Season dressing to taste with salt and pepper. DO AHEAD: Dressing can be made 1 week ahead. Cover and chill.
  • Divide greens among plates. Scatter nectarines, cheese, and almonds over, dividing equally, and drizzle some of dressing over. Season with salt and pepper.

Heather Hanen
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This salad is a must-try for any fan of nectarines and blue cheese.


Heather Perigen
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This salad is a great way to change up your usual salad routine.


Gaming Mahfuj X ff
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I would definitely recommend this salad to anyone looking for a new and exciting recipe.


Rayan Mchiou
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This salad is perfect for a light lunch or dinner.


Cruz Bwoy
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This salad is a great way to get your daily dose of fruits and vegetables.


Nozipho Zungu
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I love the plum vinaigrette. It's so easy to make and it adds a lot of flavor to the salad.


Zygotte Gh Tv
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This salad is a great way to use up leftover chicken or steak. It's also a great meal to pack for lunch.


Gerda Pancerova
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I've made this salad several times and it's always a favorite. It's so easy to make and it's always a crowd-pleaser.


LOVE LOVE
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This salad is a great way to use up summer nectarines. It's also a great way to get your kids to eat their fruits and vegetables.


Amber Zimmerman
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I made this salad for a potluck and it was a big hit. Everyone loved the combination of flavors.


Olivia Dametey
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This salad is refreshing and delicious. The nectarines and blue cheese are a great combination.


AR Asik
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I love the creativity of this salad. The plum vinaigrette is a great way to add a unique flavor to a classic combination.


Md.Rabiul Islam Rafi
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This salad was a hit at my last dinner party! The combination of sweet nectarines, tangy blue cheese, and flavorful plum vinaigrette was perfect. I will definitely be making this again.