Mandarin Orange, Gorgonzola and Almond Delight |
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Prep Time: 15 Minutes Cook Time: 5 Minutes |
Ready In: 20 Minutes Servings: 6 |
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This is an easy and flavorful citrus salad. The cheese makes it great, so use as much as you wish. Ingredients:
1/2 cup blanched slivered almonds |
1 (11 ounce) can mandarin oranges, juice reserved |
2 tablespoons vegetable oil |
2 tablespoons red wine vinegar |
12 ounces mixed salad greens |
1 cup gorgonzola cheese |
Directions:
1. Heat a skillet over medium-high heat. Add almonds, and cook, stirring frequently, until lightly toasted. Remove from heat, and set aside.
2. In a small bowl, whisk together 2 tablespoons reserved mandarin orange juice, oil, and vinegar.
3. In a large salad bowl, toss together the toasted almonds, mandarin oranges, mixed salad greens, and Gorgonzola cheese. Just before serving, pour dressing on salad, and toss to coat.
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