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Candied Pecan, Maytag & Basil Salad
Candied Pecan, Maytag & Basil Salad
Naturally bright and sweet flavors of apple, grape and pecan balance perfectly with savory Maytag blue cheese and Basil Vinaigrette–great during any season!
Course Salad
Servings 4 people
Ingredients
- 1 bag Fresh Express 5-Lettuce Mix
- 1 honey crisp apple thinly sliced
- 3/4 cup Maytag blue cheese crumbled (can substitute for any blue cheese)
- 1/2 cup grapes halved
- 1/2 cup candied pecans
Dressing Ingredients:
- 1/4 cup champagne vinegar
- 1/2 cup blended oil
- 1 cup basil leaves
- 1 garlic clove minced
- 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 2 teaspoon honey
- 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground pepper
- 1 shallot chopped
Instructions
- Place greens into a large salad bowl.
- Add the grapes, pecans, and apples.
- Drizzle salad with desired amount of dressing (save remainder up to two weeks in refrigerator).
- Sprinkle salad with Maytag blue cheese and pecans.
Dressing Instructions:
- In a food processor, blend all ingredients except for the oil.
- When all ingredients are well blended, add the oil very slowly.
Keywords Butter Lettuce, Gluten Free, Meals Under $10, On-the-Go, Plant-based, Quick & Easy, Romaine, Salads, Soy Free, Vegetarian
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