I've Got the Spinach Apple Blues Salad Recipe

Name: I've Got the Spinach Apple Blues Salad
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: ¾ cup chopped toasted walnuts (see note); ⅛ cup cider vinegar; ½ cup apple cider; ⅓ cup honey; ½ teaspoon Dijon mustard; ¼ cup extra virgin olive oil; ¼ cup walnut oil; 12 lb fresh spinach leaves, stems removed; 18 lb crumbled blue cheese; 1 cup toasted walnuts (see note); 1 12 granny smith apples, sliced

Servings: persons

1
Prepare vinaigrette:.
2
In large bowl, mix chopped walnuts with cider vinegar, apple cider, honey and mustard.
3
In separate bowl, mix oils.
4
While mixing, slowly drizzle oil into walnut mixture to emulsify.
5
Before serving, warm over a very low heat, making sure not to boil.
6
To prepare salad, place spinach leaves in serving bowl and top with cheese and the toasted walnuts.
7
Place apples around outside, drizzle with warm walnut vinaigrette and serve.
8
Note: To toast, sprinkle nuts in ungreased heavy skillet.
9
Cook over medium heat 5 to 7 minutes, stirring frequently until nuts begin to brown, then stirring constantly until golden brown.

9175

kcal

Calories

732

Fat

108

Carbs

561

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.
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 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: ¾ cup chopped toasted walnuts (see note), ⅛ cup cider vinegar, ½ cup apple cider, ⅓ cup honey, and more.

Yes, I've Got the Spinach Apple Blues Salad 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!

I've Got the Spinach Apple Blues Salad

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