Beet, Walnut and Gorgonzola Salad |
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Prep Time: 0 Minutes Cook Time: 0 Minutes |
Ready In: 0 Minutes Servings: 6 |
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Pour a chilled dry Gewürztraminer to accompany the salad and offer crusty bread throughout dinner. Ingredients:
6 small beets, trimmed (about 18 ounces) |
6 tablespoons olive oil (preferably extra-virgin) |
3 tablespoons sherry wine vinegar |
1 large garlic clove, pressed |
pinch of sugar |
12 cups mixed baby greens |
2 green onions, sliced |
1/2 cup crumbled gorgonzola cheese (about 2 1/2 ounces) |
1/3 cup chopped walnuts, toasted (about 2 ounces) |
Directions:
1. Preheat oven to 400°F. Wrap beets in foil, enclosing completely. Bake until beets are tender when pierced with fork, about 1 hour. Cool slightly. Peel and slice beets. (Can be prepared 1 day ahead. Cover and refrigerate.)
2. Whisk olive oil, Sherry wine vinegar, garlic and sugar in medium bowl to blend. Season dressing to taste with salt and pepper.
3. Combine mixed greens, sliced green onions and beets in large bowl. Pour dressing over and toss to coat. Divide salad among 6 plates. Sprinkle with Gorgonzola cheese and toasted walnuts and serve.
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