Orange, Walnut, Gorgonzola and Mixed Greens Salad with Fresh Citrus Vinaigrette

Prep Time: 15 Minutes Cook Time: 5 Minutes

Ready In: 20 Minutes Servings: 6

"This summery salad is made with salad greens, fresh oranges, red onions, glazed walnuts, and Gorgonzola cheese, then topped with a homemade citrus vinaigrette."

Ingredients:

3/4 cup walnut halves 10 ounces mixed salad greens with arugula 2 large navel oranges, peeled and sectioned 1/2 cup sliced red onion 1/4 cup olive oil 1/4 cup vegetable oil

2/3 cup orange juice 1/4 cup white sugar 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar 2 teaspoons Dijon mustard 1/4 teaspoon dried oregano 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper 1/4 cup crumbled Gorgonzola cheese

Directions:

1.	Place the walnuts in a skillet over medium heat. Cook 5 minutes, stirring constantly, until lightly browned.
2.	In a large bowl, toss the toasted walnuts, salad greens, oranges, and red onion.
3.	In a large jar with a lid, mix the olive oil, vegetable oil, orange juice, sugar, vinegar, mustard, oregano, and pepper. Seal jar, and shake to mix.
4.	Divide the salad greens mixture into individual servings. To serve, sprinkle with Gorgonzola cheese, and drizzle with the dressing mixture.

Nutrition Information Servings Per Recipe: 6 Calories: 368

Amount Per Serving Total Fat: 30.1g Cholesterol: 8mg Sodium: 128mg

Amount Per Serving Total Carbs: 22.9g     Dietary Fiber: 3g Protein: 5.2g