Baby Blue Salad Recipe

Name: Baby Blue Salad Recipe
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 3/4 lb mixed salad greens Balsamic Vinaigrette (see below); 4 ounce blue cheese crumbled; 2 x oranges peeled, and cut into thin slices; 1 pt strawberries quartered Sweet-and-Spicy Pecans (see below); 1/2 c. balsamic vinegar; 3 Tbsp. Dijon mustard; 3 Tbsp. honey; 2 x garlic cloves chopped; 2 sm shallots chopped; 1/4 tsp salt; 1/4 tsp freshly-grnd black pepper; 1 c. extra virgin olive oil; 1/4 c. sugar; 1 c. hot water; 1 c. pecan halves; 2 Tbsp. sugar; 1 Tbsp. chili pwdr; 1/8 tsp grnd red pepper

Servings: persons

3/4 lb mixed salad greens Balsamic Vinaigrette (see below)
4 ounce blue cheese crumbled
2 x oranges peeled, and cut into thin slices
1 pt strawberries quartered Sweet-and-Spicy Pecans (see below)
1/2 c. balsamic vinegar
3 Tbsp. Dijon mustard
3 Tbsp. honey
2 x garlic cloves chopped
2 sm shallots chopped
1/4 tsp salt
1/4 tsp freshly-grnd black pepper
1 c. extra virgin olive oil
1/4 c. sugar
1 c. hot water
1 c. pecan halves
2 Tbsp. sugar
1 Tbsp. chili pwdr
1/8 tsp grnd red pepper

1
Toss greens with Balsamic Vinaigrette and crumbled blue cheese.
2
Place on 6 individual plates.
3
Arrange orange slices over greens; sprinkle with strawberries, and top with Sweet-and-Spicy Pecans.
4
For Balsamic Vinaigrette: Whisk together first 7 ingredients till blended.
5
Gradually whisk in extra virgin olive oil.
6
(Makes 1 2/3 c.)
7
For Sweet-and-Spicy Pecans: Stir together 1/4 c. sugar and 1 c. hot water till sugar dissolves.
8
Add in pecan halves, and soak 10 min.
9
Drain, discarding sugar mix.
10
Combine 2 Tbsp.
11
sugar, chili pwdr, and red pepper.
12
Add in pecans, tossing to coat.
13
Place on a lightly greased baking sheet.
14
Bake at 350 degrees for 10 min or possibly till pecans are golden, stirring once.
15
(Makes 1 c.)
16
This recipe yields 6 servings.

1299

kcal

Calories

113

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Swap the honey for maple syrup or agave for a slightly different but equally rich sweetness.
Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.
Leave out the nuts to make it nut-free, or swap in seeds for a similar crunch.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 18 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 3/4 lb mixed salad greens Balsamic Vinaigrette (see below), 4 ounce blue cheese crumbled, 2 x oranges peeled, and cut into thin slices, 1 pt strawberries quartered Sweet-and-Spicy Pecans (see below), and more.

Yes, Baby Blue Salad Recipe falls under the Salads category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Keep refrigerated in an airtight container and enjoy within 1–2 days for the best freshness. Best served cold — no reheating needed.

That's it — enjoy your meal!